Top Iran official says US economic warfare has failed
By The BriefBrief
A top Iranian official dismissed President Trump’s threats to crush Iran economically, saying U.S. sanctions have failed to achieve their goals. The official argued that the U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily.
WHO:A top Iran official
WHAT:The official dismissed Trump’s economic-crushing threats and said U.S. sanctions have failed and indicate military failure.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 7:42 AM ET
WHERE:Iran
WHY:The remarks were a reaction to President Trump’s threats to crush Iran economically.
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