JD Vance: economic pressure is US’s most effective tool
By The BriefBrief
US Vice President JD Vance said the US has entered a “new phase” in its war on Iran. He said Washington’s “most effective tool” is economic pressure, framing it as the leading approach in this phase.
WHO:JD Vance
WHAT:Said economic pressure is the US’s most effective tool in a new phase of its war on Iran
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 2:19 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:He was explaining the approach the US is taking in a new phase of its war on Iran.
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