Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US is entering an “endgame” with Iran and warned that any remaining ties to Tehran will hasten the economic ostracism of countries and entities. He said the ties could be “purposefully constructed” or “wilfully ignored.”
WHO:Scott Bessent
WHAT:Bessent warned that remaining ties to Iran will hasten economic ostracism as the US enters an “endgame” with Tehran.
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 11:45 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Bessent made remarks warning that any remaining ties to Tehran will accelerate economic ostracism as part of the US stance toward Iran.
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