US Vows Crushing Iran Sanctions as War Escalates

The US has promised its toughest-ever economic sanctions against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declaring the measures will 'collapse' the Iranian government. The push comes as Yemen's Houthis and government forces exchange heavy strikes, with 81 government attacks reported in a single 24-hour period, pulling the region deeper into open conflict. China's cooperation is being actively sought to close off Iran's remaining financial escape routes.