Trump Announces Sweeping Economic Operation to Isolate Iran
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Trump Announces Sweeping Economic Operation to Isolate Iran

Trump declares economic warfare against Iran and warns any country providing a financial lifeline to Tehran will face consequences.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: August 19, 2026, 3:09 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump announced what he called the most crushing economic operation ever taken against any country, targeting the Islamic Republic of Iran, in a post on Truth Social. Trump said Iran had failed to seize an opportunity to reach a deal, and he vowed to isolate Tehran on an unprecedented scale.