Us sanctions on iran

US issues 30-day sanctions waiver for sale of Iranian oil at sea

"In essence, we will be using the Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down as we continue Operation Epic Fury," Bessent said.

The silhouette of an oil and chemical tanker off the Gulf of Fos-sur-Mer at sunset, in Martigues, France, March 20, 2026.
US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One on a flight back to Washington March 15, 2026.

'If we stay longer, they’ll never rebuild': Trump confirms US will stay in fight against Iran

An Iranian newspaper with a cover photo of US President Donald Trump delivering the State of the Union address, in Tehran, Iran, February 26, 2026

US-Iran nuclear negotiations: Red lines, risks, and what’s at stake in Geneva talks - explainer

Hezbollah supporters attend a ceremony held by Hezbollah to commemorate the first anniversary of their late leader Hassan Nasrallah's killing by Israel, on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon, September 27, 2025

Iranian officials use Beirut airport to smuggle millions to Hezbollah - report


Is the Trump doctrine really just the 'spite Obama doctrine?' - analysis

The question this raises is how many major decisions - such as dealing with North Korea, China, or even leaving Syria and embracing Israel - are driven by personality.

Donald Trump speaks to Barack Obama at Trump's presidential inauguration in Washington, US, January 20, 2017

Rouhani: Iran will increase uranium enrichment to whatever levels needed

"At the current crossroads, economic war is the main field for the enemy to confront us," Major General Hossein Salami was quoted as saying.

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani

Germany-Iran trade collapses under U.S. sanctions - report

Data from the German Chamber of Commerce showed that trade volumes between Iran and Europe's largest economy were down 49% over the first four months of the year compared to the same period in 2018.

A gas flare on an oil production platform in the Soroush oil fields is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Persian Gulf, Iran, July 25, 2005

US Secretary of State Pompeo: Trump does not want war with Iran

Iran said on Monday it would breach curbs on its stock of low-enriched uranium in 10 days.

Iran's President Rouhani speaks about the nuclear deal in Tehran

Iranian minister: Country circumvents sanctions, yet admits difficulties

Namdar Zanganeh said that "the US has reached an 'evil maturity' in tightening the noose on Iran's economy," according to Radio Farda.

A gas flare on an oil production platform in the Soroush oil fields is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Persian Gulf, Iran, July 25, 2005

Rouhani rejects talks, says Iran faces U.S. 'economic war'

"Today's situation is not suitable for talks and our choice is resistance only"

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani listens during a news conference on the sidelines of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly at U.N. headquarters in New York, U.S., September 26, 2018

U.S. sanctions are limiting Iran’s ability to fund Hezbollah – report

Speaking to several Hezbollah officials, The Washington Post revealed how the Lebanese terrorist group has been forced to make cuts.

Iran's sponsorship of Hezbollah includes $800 million in annual financial support, the supply of 130,000 rockets and missiles

What happened to Iran’s 'hardliners?'

The “moderate” and “hardliner” narrative was trotted out by the Iranian regime and its explainers abroad while much stayed the same at home in Iran

US President Donald Trump

Iran gives Europe sixty days to step up to demands

Full-court press by Iranian diplomats seeks to sell its new threats internally and externally.

A gas flare on an oil production platform in the Soroush oil fields is seen alongside an Iranian flag in the Persian Gulf, Iran, July 25, 2005

EU rejects any ultimatums after Iran's move on nuclear deal

The European Union and the foreign ministers of Germany, France and Britain said they were still committed to the Iran nuclear deal.

Iran FM Zarif, EU Rep. for Foreign Affairs Mogherini, and Iranian and Russian officials at signing of nuclear deal in Vienna, 2015