Iran rejects US pressure, warns it is ready for ’round of confrontation’

The United States has launched a sweeping new round of sanctions against Iran, aimed at cutting off all financial lifelines to Tehran’s government. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed the move, and said President Trump is pushing US allies to back the measures too. Iran has responded defiantly, with officials warning of serious consequences if Washington keeps up the pressure including threats to shut down Gulf oil exports and warnings that any country siding with...