Iran warns countries against joining US ‘economic war’

Deadly airstrikes in Gaza on Wednesday cast more doubt on whether new US efforts can advance a tenuous ceasefire in the Palestinian territory.

Iran maintained its harsh rhetoric Saturday against the U.S.' plans to impose tough new sanctions.

Iran has threatened to treat nearby countries as enemies and target their interests if they join a United States campaign to cripple its economy.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is due to hold a press conference at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 GMT) on Monday after threatening "the toughest sanctions in history" on Iran.