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Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran

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Trump threatens 'tremendous economic consequences' on any country helping Iran
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What the report says

President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the United States would impose “tremendous economic consequences” on any country that helps Iran or does business with it, according to Nile Post’s report based on the post and related coverage. He also described the effort as a major economic campaign, but did not name specific countries or spell out what penalties might follow.

The post appears to broaden Washington’s pressure on Tehran after a ceasefire period with Iran expired, with no clear diplomatic or military off-ramp in sight. The article says the warning fits into a wider US sanctions drive aimed at foreign banks, companies and other entities that continue to deal with Iran. It also notes that Trump’s message focused on cutting off financial and commercial lifelines such as oil smuggling, exchange houses, cash transfers, ship registries and front companies.

The report places the move against a wider regional backdrop, including recent tensions in the Gulf and disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy shipments. It also cites concern over the impact of the conflict on oil and gas markets. As background, the article says the US has already used sanctions and related measures to target Iran’s revenue streams, while some countries and companies continue to face scrutiny for indirect trade links with Tehran.

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