In a bold move aimed at tightening pressure on Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that all purchases of Iranian oil and petrochemical products must cease immediately. Any nation, company, or individual found violating this directive will face harsh secondary sanctions, according to a statement shared on his Truth Social platform.
“They will not be allowed to do business with the United States of America in any way, shape, or form,” Trump declared, underscoring his administration’s zero-tolerance approach.
The announcement marks a significant escalation in Washington’s longstanding effort to cut off Iran’s key revenue sources and deter global engagement with Tehran’s energy sector.
It also signals the Trump administration’s continued reliance on economic leverage as a tool of foreign policy, particularly in addressing Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional activities.
The move is expected to send shockwaves through international markets and could strain diplomatic ties with countries still engaged in limited trade with Iran. Analysts say the threat of secondary sanctions — penalties targeting third parties who do business with Iran — could effectively isolate Tehran further from the global economy.
This development follows a series of similar measures over the past few years, aimed at reducing Iran’s oil exports to zero. However, this time, Trump’s warning leaves no room for exceptions or waivers, and the penalties promise to be swift and uncompromising.
As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, global leaders and energy analysts will be watching closely to see how governments and corporations respond to this intensified U.S. policy stance.
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