Washington is threatening what it calls the toughest sanctions in history against Iran and warning other countries not to do business with Tehran. Iran says any country joining the US campaign will be treated as an enemy and has warned of retaliation.
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The U.S. is preparing what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls an “economic D-Day” against Iran, while Tehran warns countries not to join the sanctions campaign. Iran and Oman are also set to resume talks over management of the Strait of Hormuz.
At least 30 people were killed when a major landfill collapsed onto nearby homes and shacks in Conakry after heavy rain. Guinea’s government deployed military personnel and excavators as rescuers searched for survivors and recovered bodies.
Thailand’s military said 51 coordinated arson and incendiary attacks hit the southern border provinces late Saturday, targeting government offices, vehicles and infrastructure. At least two or three people were reported injured, and no group has claimed responsibility.
Zelenskyy said elections during the war with Russia would be a “huge risk” and a “tsunami” that could split Ukraine. His comments followed a public call by former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov for a legal path to restore voting under wartime conditions.
Iran’s president said the country faces a “full-scale economic, military and security war” as the United States prepares new sanctions. Tehran’s top security official warned neighboring countries that joining the U.S. campaign would make them targets for retaliation.
More than 30,000 NIPSCO customers remained without power Saturday after deadly storms struck northwestern Indiana beginning Aug. 11. Residents have filed a proposed class-action lawsuit against the utility, while Gov. Mike Braun has asked FEMA for an expedited major disaster declaration.
Tropical Storm Moke is expected to pass south of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and gusty winds to islands still recovering from Hurricane Lala. Forecasters warned of possible life-threatening flooding and mudslides, especially on the Big Island.