Iran warns countries against joining US 'economic war'

Iran's security chief warned on 23 August 2026 that any nation joining US economic sanctions against Iran would be considered an enemy, with Tehran threatening to target their interests in retaliation. This followed President Trump's announcement of what he called the "most crushing economic" measures.

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Iran warns countries against joining US 'economic war'

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Iran has said nations joining US economic sanctions against it would be considered enemies. Earlier this week, President Trump had announced what he called the "most crushing economic operation" against Tehran.