India, Aug. 23 -- US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has dismissed renewed US threats of economic sanctions as a familiar pressure tactic, saying Tehran is prepared to respond. His comments came as tensions remained high over the Strait of Hormuz, US economic pressure on Iran and warnings from Tehran against regional countries joining Washington's campaign.

Iran's hard-line Supreme National Security Council chief Mohsen Rezaei has also issued fresh warnings, saying Tehran could retaliate against countries that assist US efforts to pressure Iran economically. Meanwhile, Pakistan's army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is expected to visit Tehran on Monday as Islamabad continues efforts to sup...