US Vows 'Strongest Sanctions in History' to Collapse Iran Regime, Urges Allies to Join

The United States is signaling a decisive shift in its approach to Iran, prioritizing economic warfare over military confrontation. Treasury Secretary Scott P. Anderson declared the U.S. will impose "the strongest sanctions in history" with the explicit goal of collapsing the Iranian regime.

This strategy emphasizes sanctions and blockade as primary tools, a departure from potential large-scale military operations. Anderson directly appealed to international partners, stating, "It is time for our allies and the rest of the world to make a decision." He specifically targeted China, a major buyer of Iranian oil, urging its participation in the U.S.-led pressure campaign.

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We have blockade, and we will impose the strongest sanctions in history. We will collapse this regime.

While Anderson avoided a direct answer on whether China would face sanctions for continued trade with Iran, he highlighted China's significant reliance on Gulf region energy supplies. The U.S. appears determined to isolate Iran economically, leveraging its financial power to achieve its foreign policy objectives.

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It is time for our allies and the rest of the world to make a decision.