Bessent says U.S. likely won't restart large-scale Iran combat as it steps up economic pressure
Bessent and President Donald Trump unveiled the economic operation nearly six months into the Iran war, which continues without a clear end in sight.
Sunday, 8 November 2026
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Policy desk, National Trade News (2026-08-20): Bessent and President Donald Trump unveiled the economic operation nearly six months into the Iran war, which continues without a clear end in sight. Primary source: original at CNBC Top News (cnbc.com).
Bessent says U.S. likely won't restart large-scale Iran combat as it steps up economic pressure
Bessent and President Donald Trump unveiled the economic operation nearly six months into the Iran war, which continues without a clear end in sight.