In an interview with CNBC, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that the U.S. government's approach of applying maximum economic pressure on Iran could eliminate the need for significant military engagement.
This statement follows President Trump's announcement of plans to impose stringent penalties on any nation that offers support to Iran, as the ongoing conflict approaches its six-month mark without a clear resolution. Bessent's remarks suggest that the administration believes economic sanctions could effectively weaken Iran's position, potentially averting further military escalation