US President Donald Trump announced the strengthening of
economic pressure against Iran through a new offensive aimed at limiting its
oil exports, one of the Iranian government's main sources of revenue.
According to the announcement, the strategy will be
implemented with the support of US Central Command (CENTCOM) and includes a
reinforcement of actions aimed at preventing Tehran from selling oil on
international markets. The measure is part of the maximum pressure policy
pursued by the US administration to reduce the Iranian regime's financial
capacity.
During the announcement, Trump asserted that the full
implementation of these restrictions would have a significant economic impact
on Iran. According to estimates presented by his administration, the
limitations could represent losses exceeding $400 million per day in oil
revenue, a figure that, he stated, would considerably reduce the Iranian
government's ability to finance its operations and strategic programs.
The new offensive seeks to increase control over crude oil
export routes, as well as strengthen sanctions and surveillance mechanisms
targeting companies, vessels and entities that, according to Washington,
participate in the marketing of Iranian oil in violation of the restrictions
imposed by the United States.