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Trump's fallback strategy on Iran faces just one big problem

26 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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26 August 2026

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The US Treasury's new sanctions strategy targeting countries trading with Iran hinges on China’s cooperation, but Beijing rejects unilateral sanctions and warns against economic warfare, signalling potential tensions ahead of Xi Jinping's US visit.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a diplomatic wall if your business depends on China yielding to US pressure on Iran trade. The US-China summit will shape how far sanctions tighten, so align your risk plans to potential escalation or quiet easing this month.

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