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Iran sanctions expansion, H-1B visas and Ukraine's Independence Day

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new measures targeting Iran's financial connections around the globe. The Trump administration moves to codify an unprecedented fee of more…

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces new measures targeting Iran's financial connections around the globe. The Trump administration moves to codify an unprecedented fee of more than $100,000 on new H-1B visas. European leaders pledge further military support for Ukraine on the country's Independence Day. And electric vehicle sales soar in Europe - but not…

Published August 25, 2026 · 12:21