Iran dismisses new U.S. Sanctions threat: IRGC warns of strikes on American interests

Following a military conflict initiated in February, the US has expanded sanctions against Iran to force negotiations. However, Tehran remains defiant, leveraging its control over the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt global energy markets. While the US seeks diplomatic mediation via Pakistan and Oman, Iran's strategic leverage and the reluctance of global allies to join sanctions create a volatile deadlock.