Pakistan, Aug. 21 -- The United States plans to impose what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called its toughest sanctions against Iran. Bessent said the measures could reduce the need for major military operations. His comments followed President Donald Trump's warning of economic warfare against Tehran. Trump also threatened countries that provide financial support to Iran. Washington plans to announce more details about the sanctions next week.

Oil prices rose to their highest level in more than three weeks following the latest US threats. The measures aim to increase economic pressure on Iran and end the ongoing conflict. The war has disrupted millions of barrels of Middle Eastern oil supplies. It has also affected global energy mark...