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Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't work

Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't work
NPR News Friday 04 September 2026, 08:06 UTC By Franco Ordoñez 1 min read
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Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't workPresident Trump is again hoping to use economic pressure to force Iran to the negotiating table. Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't work By Franco Ordoñez President Trump is again hoping to use economic pressure to force Iran to the negotiating table. NPR does not offer or accept money for coverage or interviews.

Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't workPresident Trump is again hoping to use economic pressure to force Iran to the negotiating table. Trump already tried to hurt Iran with sanctions once - and it didn't work By Franco Ordoñez President Trump is again hoping to use economic pressure to force Iran to the negotiating table. NPR does not offer or accept money for coverage or interviews. Anyone who makes such an offer or request is not an NPR employee and does not represent NPR.
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