Oil falls ahead of US announcement on new Iran sanctions - Reuters

Oil falls ahead of US announcement on new Iran sanctions  Reuters

Bessent is expected to announce new measures aimed at isolating Iran.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold a news conference outlining the new package of measures.

By Alan Rappeport

Bessent Set to Unveil Iran Economic Isolation Plan

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is due to hold a press conference Monday to unveil details of the US plan to economically isolate Iran and its trading partners after almost six months of war. Bloomberg's Abeer Abu Omar reports. (Source: Bloomberg)

Oil Falls on Possible Position Adjustments Before Potential U.S. Sanctions on Iran - WSJ

Oil Falls on Possible Position Adjustments Before Potential U.S. Sanctions on Iran  WSJ

Scott Bessent: an economic D-Day is coming for Iran

Countries that calculate appeasement of the regime to be a safer choice should reconsider

Canada vows to impose retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

Canada is vowing to impose fresh tariffs on US goods in retaliation for Trump administration taxes. The moves come after talks between the two trading partners broke down late last week.

By Scott Horsley

Iran war live: Iranian parliament advances plans for Hormuz service fees

Draft law says ships of countries permitted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will pay for services provided by Iran.

Pence: Ukraine is ‘going to be deeply vulnerable’ without more US air defenses - CNN

Pence: Ukraine is ‘going to be deeply vulnerable’ without more US air defenses  CNN

U.S. to unveil 'greatest financial offensive' against Iran as Tehran threatens ship seizures

The escalation came as both sides have missed a 60-day ceasefire window to reach a deal, closing off the formal truce mechanism to end the six-month war.

Oil Falls As Trump Pledges Economic War On Iran - Barron's

Oil Falls As Trump Pledges Economic War On Iran  Barron's

Canadians ready to go elbows up as they brace for trade war with U.S.

Some folks say they will buy local in order do their part in defending Canada’s sovereignty

By Alex Bozikovic

Stock futures slip as U.S. and Canada appear headed for trade war

U.S. stock-index futures dipped on Sunday, as it appeared the U.S. was on the verge of an all-out trade war with Canada, one of its biggest trade partners.

By Mike Murphy

Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 9 PM ET: Stock futures flat as U.S. and Canada appear headed for trade war | U.S., ... - Morningstar

Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 9 PM ET: Stock futures flat as U.S. and Canada appear headed for trade war | U.S., ...  Morningstar

Iran-US war latest: Trump’s ‘economic D-Day’ arrives as Tehran threatens ‘earthquake-like’ retaliation

Iran’s new security chief warns Gulf neighbours they will be treated as ‘enemies’ if they join Trump’s economic war

By Nicole Wootton-Cane

The Iran war could last ‘deep into 2027’ as the Strait of Hormuz isn’t that closed, allowing more oil to leak out—but major escalation is likely soon

"And if the Strait is not fully closed, Iran’s leverage is weak. Thus, Iran has reasons to escalate."

By Jason Ma

Oil Price Today (August 24): Crude oil slips below $93 ahead of US sanctions announcement on Iran. What are experts saying?

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who is scheduled to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 GMT) on Monday, has threatened to impose "the toughest sanctions in history" on Iran. US President Donald Trump has also threatened sanctions against countries trading with Iran.

‘Economic D-Day’: US ‘enters endgame’ against Iran; Tehran threatens Gulf oil blockade

The United States is gearing up for an extensive financial campaign aimed at Iran, introducing new sanctions against nations and companies engaging in trade with Tehran. In response, Iran has signaled a potential halt to oil exports from the Persian Gulf. Meanwhile, China has resisted US influence and advocates for diplomatic efforts. While attempts to rekindle negotiations are underway, the prevailing tensions pose significant challenges.

By TRISHA MAHAJAN

‘Not a single drop’: Iran threatens to shut Gulf oil flows as US ramps up economic war

Iran said it would regard any country supporting or participating in the US economic campaign as committing an"act of war."

US vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports

The U.S. threatened Iran with what it called “the greatest financial offensive ever marshalled” as it prepared to roll out economic sanctions on Monday that target Iran’s trade partners. Iran in turn vowed to shut down all oil exports from the Gulf “if the economic war continues.” U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold a […]

"Entering Endgame": US Warns Iran Of 'Economic D-Day', Tehran's 'Oil' Response

The United States has also warned of "tremendous economic consequences" for Tehran's business partners to ratchet up economic pressure that could push Iran back to the negotiating table.

Iran warns it will strike US oil and economic interests ‘like an earthquake’ if Trump launches ‘economic D-Day’

US president promises ‘the most crushing economic operation ever’ in drive to force Tehran to accept a deal to end the war

By Emily Blumenthal

U.S. vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports

Iran in turn vowed to shut down all oil exports from the Gulf "if the economic war continues."

Treasury Secretary Bessent says US entering 'endgame' with Iran, will sever economic lifelines

"Any remaining tie to Tehran will hasten the economic ostracism of countries and entities, whether that tie be purposefully constructed or wilfully ignored."

Oil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran

US launches ‘economic D-Day’ sanctions targeting Iran’s trade partners

The United States is set to roll out new economic sanctions on Monday targeting Iran’s trade partners, in what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called “the greatest financial offensive ever marshalled” against the country. Iran in turn vowed to shut down all oil exports from the Gulf “if the economic war continues.” U.S. Treasury Secretary […]

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Canada braces for long trade war with US lasting beyond midterms: report

J.P. Morgan just poured cold water on Bessent's bond fix

Treasury spent Wednesday, Aug. 19 buying itself some calm. Wall Street’s biggest bank spent Friday pricing what it cost.

By Tobi Opeyemi Amure

Global bonds freeze as U.S. prepares ’greatest financial offensive’ against Iran

By Investing.com

US vows 'economic D-Day' as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports - The Jakarta Post

US vows 'economic D-Day' as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports  The Jakarta Post

US vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports

The warring nations have not conducted military strikes against each other for weeks, but they also have not engaged in meaningful talks to end the six-month-old conflict

By Reuters

US-Iran standoff: What UAE residents need to know today (Aug. 24, 2026)

Bessent vows ‘economic D-Day’ against Iran

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vowed an “economic D-Day” against Iran as Washington prepared to announce new sanctions targeting Tehran’s trading partners.

US vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports - Arab News

US vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports  Arab News

Oil falls amid US plan to wage economic war on Iran

US Treasury secretary says Washington entering 'economic D-Day' against Iran

Bessent says administration will use full economic, government powers to isolate Tehran

By Reuters

Iran dismisses US threat of 'economic D-day' - Region - World - Ahram Online

Iran dismisses US threat of 'economic D-day' - Region - World  Ahram Online

US vows 'economic D-Day' as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports

US Treasury secretary to target Iran's trading partners. Senior Iranian official says "not a...

US vows 'economic D-Day' as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports - The Daily Star

US vows 'economic D-Day' as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports  The Daily Star

Has Trump Turned The Tables On Iran - Or Is Another Round Of War Coming?

Has Trump Turned The Tables On Iran - Or Is Another Round Of War Coming? Authored by Trita Parsi via Antiwar.com, reprinted with permission from Trita Parsi's Substack. The Trump administration believes it has turned the tables on Iran. Washington assesses that the rerouting of maritime traffic through the Omani corridor, combined with a global shift away from Persian Gulf oil, has reduced the effectiveness of Tehran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, the U.S. ...

By Tyler Durden

Oil falls ahead of new US sanctions as Iran stays defiant - Nation Thailand

Oil falls ahead of new US sanctions as Iran stays defiant  Nation Thailand

New U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Begins Mission in Kyiv

U.S. diplomat Paul Houston today began his duties as Chargé d’Affaires of the United States in Ukraine.

Oil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran - Dhaka Tribune

Oil falls as Trump pledges economic war on Iran  Dhaka Tribune

Asantehene on a two-week working visit to the USA ahead of Akwasidae Kɛse - Graphic Online

Asantehene on a two-week working visit to the USA ahead of Akwasidae Kɛse  Graphic Online

Oil Crisis: FG not under obligation to solve all Ogoni problems – MOSOP

Nsuke urged Ogoni to be wise, accusing external enemies and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) whose survival sdepends on the sufferings and struggles of the Ogoni people of ganging up against the dialogue to prolong the Ogoni conflicts. The post Oil Crisis: FG not under obligation to solve all Ogoni problems – MOSOP appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

Oil falls ahead of US announcement on new Iran sanctions

Oil prices slipped more than $1 a barrel on Monday as investors took ‌profits ahead of an expected announcement from Washington about imposing more sanctions on Iran that may further disrupt supplies from the Middle East.

By Abubakar Ibrahim