Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced Operation Economic Outcast on August 24, 2026. This initiative represents a significant expansion of sanctions intended to sever Iran's connections to the global economy by targeting the infrastructure utilized for evasion.
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Treasury Secretary Announces Expansion of Sanctions Against Iran
On August 24, 2026, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled Operation Economic Outcast, a substantial expansion of sanctions against Iran. The operation aims to disrupt Iran's ties to the global economy by focusing on infrastructure used for evasion.
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Operation Economic Outcast needs an off-ramp, not just a noose
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Treasury Secretary Announces Expansion of Sanctions Against Iran