The United States fully upgrades sanctions against Iran: involving five major areas including aviation and gold, Iran responds!

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen held a press conference on the afternoon of the 24th, announcing a new round of sanctions aimed at "economic isolation" of Iran, intended to further increase pressure on the country. According to an announcement from the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control released on the 24th, the U.S. is expanding its economic sanctions on Iran to five sectors, including aviation, digital assets, gold, shipping, and technology, effective immediately. The announcement stated that the U.S. would also suspend several licenses related to Iran, covering certain educational activities and services, personal remittances, as well as sports and academic exchanges. In addition, about 60 Iranian-related entities, individuals, and vessels have been added to the sanctions list, covering nuclear and missile technology, cyber operations, and oil trade. Yellen stated that the U.S. is launching a "full-on assault" against Iran's financial connections globally, aiming to cut off every economic lifeline for the Iranian government until it is completely isolated. She remarked, "Starting today, the Treasury and other departments will tighten sanctions and block every potential source of revenue for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and the Iranian government." Yellen also mentioned that the U.S. will no longer tolerate so-called "gray area operations," and if relevant countries do not take action, the Treasury will take unilateral steps. Any entity involved in money laundering for Iran will be removed from the dollar system. U.S. President Trump is currently contacting multiple leaders regarding specific requests to halt dealings with Iran. Irans Supreme Leader Advisor: Response Will be More Resolute than Ever Mohammad Mohabber, advisor to the Supreme Leader of Iran, stated on social media on the evening of the 24th that in the face of U.S. threats, Iran's response will be more resolute than ever. Mohabber posted on his social media account that the hostile strategies employed by the U.S. over the past 47 years, which include sanctions, war, and attempts to divide Iran, have not yielded the desired results. He pointed out that what the U.S. will face now is Iranian internal unity and deterrent capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz. He said, "This failure of strategy is a clear warning against the U.S. continuing to make erroneous judgments," and Irans response will be stronger than before. On the evening of the 24th, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that the U.S. is aware that its tough rhetoric is hard to take seriously, and the current economic situation in the U.S. does not allow for further tightening of economic relations with other countries. He noted that Iran's trade partners have expressed through media statements and direct communication that they "will not take seriously" the U.S.'s related remarks. Iranian President: U.S. Bullying Will Not Solve Problems According to a report from the Iranian presidential office on the 24th, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi stated during a meeting with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir that the U.S. "should change its words and actions when dealing with Iran," emphasizing that relying on power and bullying will only complicate the related processes. Raisi expressed that the Iranian people can withstand various pressures and threats through internal unity. He stated, "Establishing lasting peace and security in the region and engaging with Islamic countries is a fundamental requirement," expressing Iran's willingness to conduct multi-field cooperation with Islamic countries and neighbors. Raisi noted that strengthening unity and cohesiveness among Islamic countries helps address external threats posed by Israel and others. He also hopes that Pakistan can play a role in easing regional tensions through diplomatic efforts. Munir stated that it is necessary to cautiously discuss and study relevant diplomatic processes to advance common goals and reach a comprehensive agreement. Pakistan will continue its mediating role and hopes that the end of the crisis can usher in a new phase of comprehensive regional cooperation, rebuilding and developing collective security in the region. This article is reproduced from "Xinhua News Agency"; edited by GMTEight, Xu Wenqiang.