US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said new secondary sanctions on Iran will be imposed weekly to increase pressure. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Reuters.
Bessent said the US will continue to increase economic pressure on Iran. New sanctions will be introduced every week and will target Iran's oil exports and other economic sectors.
These measures are part of intensifying international pressure on Iran's nuclear program. The US administration continues to use sanctions to force Iran to change its stance in nuclear negotiations.
According to Reuters, Bessent made the announcement at a weekly press briefing. He did not provide detailed information on the specific list of sanctions and their targets, but noted they would have a significant impact on Iran's economy.
The US has previously imposed several rounds of sanctions on Iran. The new sanctions are seen as a continuation of this policy. Iran has condemned these actions, saying they violate international law.
Experts say such steps could further escalate tensions between Iran and the US. Additionally, the situation could affect the global oil market.