Iran’s economy under siege as Trump demands allies join the pressure campaign

Iran’s economy under siege as Trump demands allies join the pressure campaign

The News 24h 🌍
Aug 25, 2026

Chris Kenny
News24 host Chris Kenny examines whether the United States can secure enough international support to enforce sweeping economic sanctions against Iran.

“The economic damage on Iran could be substantial very, very quickly,” Mr Kenny said.

“It also relies on support from other nations.

“This is a critical point, isn’t it, how much support the US can get from allies to enforce economic sanctions on Iran.”