Bessent: US may expand sanctions related to Iran for airlines, maritime sector, and digital assets - 09/02/2026

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that Washington may intensify sanctions against Iran, targeting airlines, the maritime sector, and digital assets, as part of a systematic action against those helping Tehran circumvent restrictions. He reinforced that the US will not support the Iranian regime and predicted a drop in energy prices after the conflict in the Middle East ends. Furthermore, Bessent criticized China's stance at the G20 and praised Chevron's expansion in Venezuela, mentioning future investments. Regarding Canada, he stated that the previous trade agreement had little impact on US prices and expressed skepticism about the favorability of a new agreement.