President Donald Trump says the United States is starting an “economic warfare” operation against Iran, framing it as a new phase of pressure after Iran did not accept his offer to make a deal. The announcement links the shift to his claim that Iran missed an opportunity to negotiate, and it is presented as unprecedented in scope.
The outlets describe the move against the backdrop of intensified US actions aimed at constraining Iran’s economy. One report emphasizes Trump’s stated frustration, citing weeks of military strikes and a US blockade that reduces Iran’s oil exports. Together, the accounts portray the decision as connected to existing efforts to squeeze Iran’s economic capacity, though they differ in emphasis—one foregrounds the “deal” rationale, while the other highlights the buildup of sanctions and operational pressure.
While the specific mechanics of the “economic warfare” effort are not detailed in the provided excerpts, both sources agree it is a US policy escalation directed at Iran and presented by Trump as a fresh step in ongoing confrontation.
