China has publicly rejected Washington's sanctions campaign against Iran, ordering Chinese companies not to comply with US measures targeting five refineries accused of buying Iranian oil.
US President Donald Trump launched what he called an unprecedented economic operation against Tehran after nuclear talks collapsed, warning that any country offering Iran a lifeline would face severe financial retaliation.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called on American allies to choose sides, describing the plan as the toughest sanctions in history.
Jagruti Dave reports from Washington.
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Jagruti Dave, our reporter in Washington, says the Treasury Secretary has issued a stark warning to any country that continues doing business with Tehran.
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Reporter Jagruti Dave in Washington says the sanctions push could severely complicate the already delicate relationship between Washington and Beijing.
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