On the 23rd, Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran has never feared
U.S. sanctions, asserting previous U.S. measures — including blockades and
military actions — have failed and that President Trump’s latest “economic
action” is routine U.S. bullying that will likewise fail. Araghchi said the U.S.
is out of options and should seek respectful, justice-based dialogue with the
Iranian people.