US Threatens Unprecedented Economic Isolation and Blockade Against Iran to Prevent Nuclear Armament

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced plans for unprecedented economic measures against Iran, aiming to impose an unparalleled level of economic isolation. Speaking in a Newsmax interview on Friday night, Yellen warned that Washington is preparing to implement sanctions and restrictions on a scale never before seen in history. She emphasized that the strategy will combine this economic isolation with a continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to prevent any goods from entering or leaving Iranian ports.

Earlier, US Vice President Kamala Harris told Fox News that the US objectives in its ongoing confrontation with Iran focus on maintaining energy market stability and preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Harris stated, "I believe this will end with the US in a stronger position, Iran without nuclear weapons, and the Strait of Hormuz returning to a state where oil and gas prices are stable for the American public."

Addressing the challenges in dealing with Iran's leadership, Harris noted that Iran often fails to honor its commitments, making enforcement necessary. She explained that US efforts target energy affordability for Americans, military aspects, and the nuclear program. Harris reiterated the two main US goals: ensuring Gulf states continue supplying oil and gas to maintain global energy price stability, and preventing Iran from ever obtaining nuclear weapons. She expressed confidence in achieving these goals despite the unpredictability of Iran's actions.