Iran has dismissed the threat of new U.S. sanctions as a sign of desperation and asserted that the anticipated measures will not succeed in defeating Tehran. The statement comes as U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to announce what he has described as "the toughest sanctions in history" against Iran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, in a video posted on Telegram, characterized the U.S. approach as a "repetitive scenario" and stated that the shift from military operations to reimposing sanctions indicates American desperation. He emphasized that Washington should engage in respectful dialogue with Iran to find a resolution based on justice and honor.
"We have never been afraid. All of their actions—whether blockades or other military moves they have made—have failed, and this new issue of theirs will fail as well," Araqchi declared, underscoring Iran's continued defiance despite significant economic pressure and infrastructure damage resulting from prolonged international sanctions and airstrikes.
The Iranian economy is already severely strained by existing sanctions, with its infrastructure having been repeatedly targeted. This economic pressure follows extensive military operations involving the U.S. and Israel. Despite these challenges, Tehran has maintained a strong stance, effectively disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and impacting global oil prices.
In parallel, Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir is set to visit Tehran to discuss regional peace and security, with the U.S. sanctions threat expected to be a key topic. Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf has spoken of receiving numerous messages from neighboring countries regarding new regional security and economic cooperation frameworks, accusing the U.S. of jeopardizing regional security for Israel's benefit.
While President Masoud Pezeshkian has also advocated for a diplomatic solution, stating it would be preferable to conclude the conflict from a position of strength and global recognition of Iran's victory and the U.S. aggression, the nation remains resolute in its opposition to the threatened sanctions.
