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The Trump administration is doubling down on economic warfare against Iran, betting that months of military pressure and crippling sanctions will force Tehran to abandon its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz—critical for 20% of global oil flow. With U.S. weapons running low and talks stalled, Trump frames Iran as financially collapsed, demanding compensation in peace talks while warning inflation could rise further at home. Oil prices spiked as markets braced for shipping disruptions, but Iran remains defiant, accusing the U.S. of using sanctions as a last resort—and warning they may backfire. Dubbed “Operation Economic Fury,” the strategy targets countries trading with Iran, though experts argue economic pressure moves slower than military action and inconsistent U.S. tactics risk eroding leverage. The ultimate test: how far Washington will go—and how long it can wait—to see if economic pain reshapes Iran’s behavior.

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