Sanctions push on Tehran signals economic pressure, not a quick capitulation

The United States announced a broad sanctions package on Iran and about 60 related entities, calling it an “economic D-Day” to push Tehran back to talks and end the war. Analysts say the move reflects desperation after months of fighting with limited success and is unlikely to force Tehran to change course, though it could raise economic pain for ordinary Iranians; the penalties widen secondary sanctions but stop short of targeting major Chinese banks or oil buyers, highlighting limits to Washington’s leverage amid Iran-China trade and broader regional dynamics.