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US officials: Sanctions hurting Iran more than bombs

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U.S. officials believe that President Trump's economic sanctions against Iran are inflicting more damage than military strikes. Reports indicate a severe economic crisis within Iran, marked by gasoline shortages and potential bank runs, with officials stating that Iran is more concerned about financial pressures from the Treasury Department than military action. While Iran seeks assurances against further attacks and the lifting of sanctions, the U.S. is demanding the surrender of nuclear materials. Mediators are working to establish a durable ceasefire, with a proposal that could grant Iran and Oman management authority over traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. AI

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US officials: Sanctions hurting Iran more than bombs

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Marc Caputo ·

    U.S. officials believe sanctions could hurt Iran more than bombs

    <p>President Trump's economic assault on <a href="https://www.axios.com/world/iran" target="_blank">Iran</a> has drawn a fraction of the attention devoted to his bombing campaign, even as senior U.S. officials believe it may ultimately do more damage to the regime in Tehran.</p><…

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