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- Published: Sat Aug 29, 2026, 7:28 AM
Iran’s economy under strain as US tightens sanctions amid war
By:Poojaraj ManiyeriSalma El Omla- Share:
Key Events
8:06 PM,Aug 29, 2026
Iran’s Ghalibaf accuses Bessent of misleading claims over impact of US sanctions
7:40 PM,Aug 29, 2026
Iranian President calls for revival of interim deal amid Hormuz dispute
12:43 PM,Aug 29, 2026
UAE's Gargash slams 'targeted media campaigns'
10:56 AM,Aug 29, 2026
Hezbollah chief again rejects Lebanon-Israel deal
8:57 AM,Aug 29, 2026
Iran govt to 'stand firm' against US sanctions
8:10 AM,Aug 29, 2026
Iran's navy says it has 'full control' over Strait of Hormuz
Summary
- IRGC Navy rejected US claims that the Strait of Hormuz was open
- Amid US sanctions, Iran has acknowledged the economic toll of war, but said they will 'stand firm'
- Hezbollah chief again rejects Lebanon-Israel deal, refuses 'surrender'
- UAE's Gargash slams 'targeted media campaigns' against the country
- Iranian President calls for revival of US interim deal amid Hormuz dispute
- Iran’s Ghalibaf accuses Bessent of misleading claims over impact of US sanctions
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