Trump says Iran sanctions show “what happens”

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Donald Trump said the sanctions on Iran are weakening the country economically and militarily, and he added that Iran would “love” to make a deal. He framed the situation as evidence of the impact of the sanctions.

WHO: Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump repeated claims that sanctions are weakening Iran and said Iran would like to make a deal.

WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 7:19 PM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Trump was reacting to the sanctions on Iran and their claimed effects.

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