US Treasury: 'Strongest sanctions in history' to bring down Iran regime

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant has declared the intention to impose the "strongest sanctions in history" against Iran, aiming to dismantle the Iranian regime. Speaking on CNBC's 'Squawk on the Street,' Bessant outlined the U.S. government's specific measures, describing them as a "coordinated economic isolation" of Iran.

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We will impose the strongest sanctions in history.

Bessant emphasized that the United States will take enforcement actions against any countries, companies, or financial institutions that continue to engage in trade with Iran. "We will impose the strongest sanctions in history," he stated, adding that the objective is to "curb the ability of Iran to act through its proxy forces."

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This action will be a coordinated economic isolation of Iran.

When questioned about whether China would be included in these sanctions, Bessant declined to provide a specific answer, suggesting that "some discussions are better held privately." However, his remarks implied that all parties, potentially including China, could be subject to the stringent measures.

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We will take enforcement actions against countries that continue to do business with Iran.

The Treasury Secretary's firm stance signals a significant escalation in U.S. pressure on Iran, with the explicit aim of regime collapse. The announcement underscores a determined U.S. policy to isolate Iran economically and limit its regional influence.

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We are going to bring down this regime.