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Bessent threatens new Iran secondary sanctions, says Trump asking world leaders to sign on
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Rob Wile and Henry Austin | NBC News , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 24, 2026
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Key points President Donald Trump is reportedly contacting leaders worldwide with specific requests. The US is warning trade partners about the consequences of continuing to do business with this country.
New sanctions are being planned to isolate a certain country. These sanctions will affect entities involved in trade related to various industries. President Donald Trump is reportedly contacting leaders worldwide with specific requests. The goal is to disrupt the country's financial connections globally.
The US is warning trade partners about the consequences of continuing to do business with this country. This effort is part of a broader strategy to limit the country's economic ties.
Further details about these plans are available, including the scope of the sanctions and the targeted industries.
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Category: business Published: August 24, 2026 Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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