US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the seizure of approximately $1 billion in Iranian cryptocurrency assets as part of “Operation Economic Fury.” This economic pressure campaign, combined with military actions, has severely weakened Iran’s financial standing, leading to salary shortages and surging inflation. Bessent highlighted efforts to disrupt Iran’s financial networks and noted increased cooperation with Gulf allies.
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