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Les États-Unis imposent de nouvelles sanctions à l’Iran
Scott Bessent, ministre américain des finances, a déclaré que Washington avait l’intention de «couper toutes les ressources économiques» du régime iranien. Les nouvelles sanctions américaines visent cinq secteurs: les actifs numériques la technologie l’or l’aviation le transport maritime Bessent a affirmé que tous les pays qui ne participeraient pas aux sanctions américaines seraient aussi isolés que l’Iran. Le gouvernement américain menace d’expulser les pays réca
24 août 2026 à 20:49

24 août 2026 à 20:49

Scott Bessent, ministre américain des finances, a déclaré que Washington avait l’intention de «couper toutes les ressources économiques» du régime iranien.

Les nouvelles sanctions américaines visent cinq secteurs:

les actifs numériques
la technologie
l’or
l’aviation
le transport maritime

Bessent a affirmé que tous les pays qui ne participeraient pas aux sanctions américaines seraient aussi isolés que l’Iran.

Le gouvernement américain menace d’expulser les pays récalcitrants du système financier lié au dollar américain.

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NYT > U.S. News
Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation
The U.S. has spent 20 years promising ‘crippling sanctions’ on Iran. But the latest effort comes with a reverse twist, after military action failed to accomplish President Trump’s goals.
24 août 2026 à 21:10

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Trump’s Attempt to Strangle Iran’s Economy Depends on China’s Cooperation

Par : David E. Sanger

24 août 2026 à 21:10

The U.S. has spent 20 years promising ‘crippling sanctions’ on Iran. But the latest effort comes with a reverse twist, after military action failed to accomplish President Trump’s goals.

In announcing Operation Economic Outcast, the Trump administration said on Monday that it would involve choking off every last transaction that funnels money to Tehran.

NYT > World News
A New Effort to Punish Iran
The Trump administration says it will try to cut the country off from the global economy by targeting its trading partners.
24 août 2026 à 16:48

NYT > World News

A New Effort to Punish Iran

Par : Alicia P.Q. Wittmeyer

24 août 2026 à 16:48

The Trump administration says it will try to cut the country off from the global economy by targeting its trading partners.

NYT > U.S. News
U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Sailor Says Father Was Arrested by Border Patrol
The sailor, Joshua Aviles, was on his way home from the Middle East aboard the beleaguered aircraft carrier when he learned his father had been detained.
24 août 2026 à 14:02

NYT > U.S. News

U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Sailor Says Father Was Arrested by Border Patrol

Par : Christine Hauser

24 août 2026 à 14:02

The sailor, Joshua Aviles, was on his way home from the Middle East aboard the beleaguered aircraft carrier when he learned his father had been detained.

Joshua Aviles, right, with his father, Luis Manuel Aviles, in 2025, shortly before Joshua shipped out for the Middle East aboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln.

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U.S. Unveils Campaign to Cripple Iran’s Economy, but Offers Few Details
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledged the effort was more of a warning shot that would begin a period of “quiet diplomacy.”
24 août 2026 à 15:07

NYT > U.S. News

U.S. Unveils Campaign to Cripple Iran’s Economy, but Offers Few Details

Par : Alan Rappeport

24 août 2026 à 15:07

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledged the effort was more of a warning shot that would begin a period of “quiet diplomacy.”

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States would “tighten the noose” around Iran by imposing sanctions on every source or facilitator of its revenue.

NYT > World News
Iran Pledges to Defy Trump’s Economic Sanctions
Analysts say Tehran could intensify the dispute militarily after the United States announced new efforts to squeeze Iran’s economy. One Iranian official vowed that “not a single drop of oil” would leave the gulf.
24 août 2026 à 17:12

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Iran Pledges to Defy Trump’s Economic Sanctions

Par : Aaron Boxerman · Sanam Mahoozi and Ephrat Livni

24 août 2026 à 17:12

Analysts say Tehran could intensify the dispute militarily after the United States announced new efforts to squeeze Iran’s economy. One Iranian official vowed that “not a single drop of oil” would leave the gulf.

Motorists drive past an anti-American billboard in Tehran on Monday. President Trump has threatened Iran with “economic warfare and isolation on an unprecedented scale.”

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Gavin Newsom says California will sue Trump administration again to block ‘Orwellian rules’ meant to curb mail-in voting – as it happened
This live blog is now closed.US supreme court rules Trump can proceed with crackdown on mail-in votingSign up for the US Breaking News emailDonald Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel to 50% today, after trade negotiations between Washington and Ottowa broke down last week.On Truth Social, the president blasted Canada, and said the new duties will go into effect on 1 January 2027. Continue reading...
24 août 2026 à 21:55

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Gavin Newsom says California will sue Trump administration again to block ‘Orwellian rules’ meant to curb mail-in voting – as it happened

Par : Robert Mackey · Anna Betts · Shrai Popat and Tom Ambrose

24 août 2026 à 21:55

This live blog is now closed.

Donald Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts and steel to 50% today, after trade negotiations between Washington and Ottowa broke down last week.

On Truth Social, the president blasted Canada, and said the new duties will go into effect on 1 January 2027.

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U.S. Marines Cancel Drill With South Korea, Citing Iran War Demands
The move to call off the high-profile event was communicated in June, South Korea said. President Trump shortened another joint military exercise earlier this month.
24 août 2026 à 05:19

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U.S. Marines Cancel Drill With South Korea, Citing Iran War Demands

Par : Choe Sang-Hun

24 août 2026 à 05:19

The move to call off the high-profile event was communicated in June, South Korea said. President Trump shortened another joint military exercise earlier this month.

South Korean marines participate in the Ssangyong, or “Twin Dragons,” exercise in Pohang, South Korea, in 2024.

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Bessent is expected to announce new measures aimed at isolating Iran.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold a news conference outlining the new package of measures.
24 août 2026 à 04:59

NYT > U.S. News

Bessent is expected to announce new measures aimed at isolating Iran.

Par : Alan Rappeport

24 août 2026 à 04:59

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will hold a news conference outlining the new package of measures.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said last week that countries that continue to do business with Iran would face the “full might and force” of the U.S. government.

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Iran Cracks Down on One Luxury Left to Its Youth: Coffee Shops
In recent weeks, the police have closed dozens of cafes, often citing laws that stipulate women must veil in public. Experts say the closures are part of an effort to control public space.
24 août 2026 à 07:49

NYT > World News

Iran Cracks Down on One Luxury Left to Its Youth: Coffee Shops

Par : Leily Nikounazar and Yeganeh Torbati

24 août 2026 à 07:49

In recent weeks, the police have closed dozens of cafes, often citing laws that stipulate women must veil in public. Experts say the closures are part of an effort to control public space.

US news | The Guardian
New Fed chair faces critical test at Jackson Hole as inflation fears mount
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24 août 2026 à 01:00

US news | The Guardian

New Fed chair faces critical test at Jackson Hole as inflation fears mount

Par : Richard Partington Senior economics correspondent

24 août 2026 à 01:00

Investors will hope Kevin Warsh offers ‘comfort blanket’ at annual meeting of central banks amid bond market anxiety

The new US Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, faces a critical test this week amid anxiety in government bond markets over inflation and Donald Trump’s tax and spending plans.

As the world’s most powerful central bank prepares for its annual Jackson Hole conference, analysts said bond traders would be looking for signals from Warsh over its commitment to fighting inflation.

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