US targets IRGC oil network in fresh sanctions as Trump calls Iran ceasefire ‘on life support’
- Treasury designates 12 individuals and entities for facilitating IRGC oil sales to China, the second wave of Iran sanctions in less than two weeks
- Trump declares ceasefire ‘on life support’ after dismissing Tehran’s response as ‘garbage’; Iran warns it is ready to respond to any aggression
- Timing ahead of Trump’s China visit suggests sanctions could serve as leverage as Washington seeks Beijing’s help on Iran
US ramps up sanctions on IRGC oil network as Iran talks collapse and Trump seeks Beijing’s help ahead of China visit
