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Can Trump's economic war against Iran do what airstrikes and negotiations couldn't?

Can Trump's economic war against Iran do what airstrikes and negotiations couldn't?
NPR News Tuesday 25 August 2026, 09:07 UTC By Arezou Rezvani 1 min read
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What a new round of U.S. sanctions could mean after nearly six months of war with Iran — and years of economic pressure on the country.(Image credit: Vahid Salemi)

What a new round of U.S. sanctions could mean after nearly six months of war with Iran — and years of economic pressure on the country.

(Image credit: Vahid Salemi)

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