HISTORICAL FACTS: 17 - Caught on Camera

Barron Trump Threat Signals Iran's Escalating Focus on First Family After Targeting the President and Melania

Iran's threat against Barron Trump follows a July segment targeting Melania and lands the same day Netanyahu says Tehran tried to kill his son.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25

What the latest US financial threats against Iran mean for China

The United States has threatened Iran with what it calls "the greatest financial offensive ever marshaled," with new sanctions targeting Tehran's trading partners set to take effect on Monday (August 24). China, as the biggest buyer of Iranian oil, is a key focus of any effort to squeeze Tehran's economy.…

Bangkok Post · Aug 25

US ‘by no means’ ruling out kinetic strikes on Iran, including Strait of Hormuz, Pete Hegseth says

US War Secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington remains prepared to use military force against Iran, including in the Strait of Hormuz, while intensifying economic pressure on Tehran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent launched “Operation Economic Outcast” to isolate Iran financially.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

Morning Mail: Albanese faces datacentre disquiet, bird flu threat to seals, US vows ‘economic onslaught’ on Iran

The prime minister will try to seek consensus about datacentres at national cabinet; Washington aims to isolate Tehran from the rest of the world

The Guardian - AU · Aug 24

The Latest: Bessent warns the world to cut financial ties to Iran or face US retaliation

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says U.S. secondary sanctions in the pipeline aim to block all potential sources of revenue for Iran, telling nations to cut economic ties to Tehran or face U.S. retaliation

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Iran Threatens Fines and Seizures for 45 Tankers in Hormuz Amid Trump's 'New US Territory' Claim as Tensions Escalate

Iran has blacklisted 45 tankers for violating transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the US and impacting global oil shipments.

International Business Times UK · Aug 24

Photos of daily life in Tehran as Iran braces for new US sanctions

People in Iran are bracing for a new round of U.S. sanctions aimed at further isolating the country and increasing pressure on its battered economy. Washington also warned nations to cut financial ties with Tehran or face retaliation.

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Iran Targets Trump's Youngest Son in 'Where and How To Kill Barron' Video With $10M Bounty Claim

A video said to be from Iran's Channel 3 targets Barron Trump and claims a $10 million bounty, but Tehran has not confirmed the reward

International Business Times UK · Aug 24

US threatens severe sanctions against countries with economic ties to Iran

Washington launches campaign to isolate Tehran but it is unclear whether it will apply measures to China

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24

'Economic D-Day': US announces expansion of sanctions in 'onslaught' on Iran

The Trump administration has expanded its secondary sanctions against entities and countries doing business with Iran, warning them to cut ties with Tehran or risk losing access to the US dollar-based financial system.

The Economic Times · Aug 24