Iran has condemned plans by the U.S. to announce new sanctions that could put further strain on the Islamic Republic. Earlier this week the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged US allies to support Washington's efforts to "squash" the Iranian economy and collapse the regime. Karen spoke to BBC's Middle East Correspondent Sebastian Usher.

This Week - 23 August 2026
55:07

Oberstown workers protest over staffing shortages
15:29

Planned increases in excise duty will not go ahead - Government
16:49