Trump Escalates Global Economic Warfare With 25% Tariff Threats Over Iran
US president announces sweeping 25% tariffs on countries trading with Iran, couples economic coercion with military threats and destabilization rhetoric
United States, PUREWILAYAH.COM - US President Donald Trump has launched a new phase of economic aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran, announcing sweeping tariffs aimed not only at Tehran but at any country that maintains trade relations with it.
In a statement published on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared that any country conducting business with Iran would face a 25 percent tariff on all trade with the United States, framing the move as immediate, irreversible, and non-negotiable.
Trump Issues Global Tariff Ultimatum
“Effective immediately, any Country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a Tariff of 25% on any and all business being done with the United States of America. This Order is final and conclusive,” Trump wrote, issuing what amounts to a global economic ultimatum.
The announcement signals a renewed effort by Washington to economically isolate Iran by coercing its international partners, threatening punitive measures against sovereign states that refuse to sever lawful trade ties with Tehran.
The move follows earlier rounds of sanctions imposed during Trump’s presidency, which sought to cripple Iran’s oil exports, financial transactions, and international trade networks through unilateral US pressure.
Washington Pairs Economic Pressure With Military Threats
Alongside the tariff threat, the Trump administration has once again resorted to open military intimidation. Trump publicly warned that the United States could carry out what he described as “unprecedented” strikes against Iran, boasting of possessing overwhelmingly destructive options.
“We will hit them at levels that they have never been hit before, and they won’t even believe it. I have options, and they are so strong,” Trump told reporters, escalating rhetoric that signals a willingness to combine economic warfare with the threat of direct military aggression.
Despite Washington’s belligerent posture, Iran has consistently advocated diplomacy and dialogue, maintaining open channels of communication in an effort to prevent escalation and preserve regional stability—approaches that US officials have repeatedly dismissed in favor of coercion and confrontation.
Domestic Resistance and Military Doubts in the US
As Trump continues to stoke the prospect of new wars abroad, opposition within the United States has grown. Lawmakers have questioned whether military action against Iran would serve Washington’s interests, warning of the high risks and unpredictable consequences of such a conflict.
Concerns have also been raised within the US military establishment. According to reporting by the New York Times, senior commanders have warned that strikes on Iran could backfire, either by consolidating public support around the Iranian state or by provoking retaliation against US forces and diplomatic facilities across the region.
The report noted that military leaders have urged additional time to reinforce defenses and reposition assets, underscoring unease within the Pentagon over Trump’s aggressive posturing.
Iran: Protest Exploited by US and ‘Israel’
Trump’s latest threats come as Iran faces a period of heightened tension marked by armed riots and acts of violence targeting civilians and security personnel. Iranian authorities have stated that the unrest has been instigated and exploited by foreign actors seeking to destabilize the country.
Security forces have clashed with armed rioters across multiple regions, raising concerns over public safety. Iranian officials have firmly rejected US and Israeli narratives portraying the violence as a spontaneous uprising requiring foreign “assistance.”
Instead, Tehran has accused Washington and “Israel” of actively inciting violence and pursuing a coordinated destabilization agenda.
Tehran Raises Issue at the United Nations
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that those who ignite violence under the illusion of impunity will ultimately face consequences. In a public statement, he pointed to open remarks by US officials encouraging unrest as evidence of foreign involvement.
Araghchi stated that economic protests had been deliberately hijacked by organized and armed groups, transforming legitimate grievances into violent unrest.
Iran has formally raised the matter at the United Nations. In a letter submitted to the UN, Tehran stated that the United States and “Israel” are engaged in ongoing, unlawful, and irresponsible conduct, including incitement, psychological warfare, and coordination with groups seeking to turn protests into armed chaos.
The letter warned that such actions violate the UN Charter and pose a serious threat to regional and international stability.
As Washington intensifies economic pressure and escalates military threats, Tehran maintains that coercion and intimidation will not alter Iran’s policies, reaffirming its commitment to sovereignty, stability, and resistance to foreign domination. (PW)