Politics● ElevatedAug 31 · Aug 31, 2026, 5:20 PM
Bessent meets with G20 to gather allies on Iran, but tariffs strain ties
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The U.S. Treasury Secretary meets with G20 leaders amidst tensions over tariffs and conflicts with Iran. He seeks to boost the global economy. Bessent plans additional sanctions on Iran and pressures China over its oil purchases. The EU supports the measures, but there are diplomatic challenges.
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