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Trump warns of economic isolation for Iran and partners

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is waging economic warfare against Iran and threatened Iran and its trading partners with economic isolation. He made the remarks after months of military strikes and a maritime blockade failed to force Tehran to capitulate.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump threatened Iran and its trading partners with economic isolation, saying the U.S. is waging economic warfare against Iran.
WHEN: Reported Aug 19, 2026 at 7:06 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump made the threat after months of military strikes and a maritime blockade failed to force Tehran to capitulate.
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