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Trump targets Iran’s trade lifelines — here are the countries most exposed

Tuesday, August 25, 2026


The Trump administration announced new sanctions targeting Iran's trade partners. The countries with the largest trade volumes with Iran include China, the United Arab Emirates, and Turkey, according to U.S. trade data. The administration stated the measures aim to reduce Iran's access to foreign commerce.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/25/us-iran-secondary-sanctions-china-india-uae-hormuz-trade-.html

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