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UPDATED Aug 29, 2026 at 4:06 AM ET
Aug 21, 2026 at 8:13 AM ET

Trump calls for “economic D-Day” against Iran

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President Trump said the U.S. will impose what he described as the “most crushing economic operation” against Iran. The remarks frame the move as an “economic D-Day,” signaling a major U.S. economic pressure effort toward Iran.
WHO: President Trump
WHAT: Trump announced the U.S. will impose an “economic D-Day” and the “most crushing economic operation” against Iran.
WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 6:48 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump’s announcement is presented as a response aimed at applying maximum economic pressure on Iran.
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