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US plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions , Bessent tells AP
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The U.S. plans to impose sanctions on another bank as part of its ongoing efforts to restrict transactions involving Iran, according to Bessent speaking to AP. This indicates continued pressure on Iran's financial activities.
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