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Americans need to give sanctions a chance.

A transatlantic network of cells, funders, and ostensible grassroots organizations has been operating against U.S. interests.

“This is a Band-Aid," one strategist said. "This doesn’t really fix the problem.”

Washington gives Iran’s trading partners a short window to cut ties or risk losing access to the U.S. financial system.

Bessent cited World War II and the legendary "Pascal's Wager" to make the issue crystal clear.

"We depend on banks to do what you do best: know your customers, identify risks as they arise."