Treasury Secretary Bessent says US entering 'endgame' with Iran, will sever economic lifelines
"Any remaining tie to Tehran will hasten the economic ostracism of countries and entities, whether that tie be purposefully constructed or wilfully ignored."
Assessment
The US Treasury Secretary is signaling a final push to isolate Iran economically, warning that any country or business still connected to Tehran will face consequences. This escalates pressure beyond existing sanctions, aiming to cut off all remaining financial channels. The key question is whether this ultimatum will force compliance from reluctant nations or push Iran into more aggressive countermeasures.