Washington (Web Desk): Amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a tough economic measure against countries maintaining trade relations with Iran.
According to the President, any country that continues to trade with Iran will be required to pay an additional 25% tariff on all trade activities conducted with the United States.
In a statement released on social media, President Trump made it clear that this decision will take immediate effect and no leniency will be granted. He emphasized that nations choosing to maintain business ties with Iran must prepare themselves for an added financial burden in the American market.
Sources indicate that this announcement comes at a time when anti-government protests in Iran have intensified, and global concern is mounting over the crackdown by Iranian security forces.
U.S. human rights organizations claim that 648 people have lost their lives during protests over the past two weeks.
President Trump had previously warned the Iranian government that the use of force against demonstrators could lead to serious consequences. In his latest statement, he also hinted that the United States is considering multiple options against Iran — including the possibility of military action.
