Iran Treasury Chief Slams US 'Blockade' as Nuclear Deadlock Persists

Iran’s Treasury Chief has issued a sharp critique of White House policy, stating that the United States is attempting to "suffocate" the Iranian economy through a blockade while facing a geopolitical deadlock. The official claimed Washington is trapped between the prospects of an "impossible" war or a "bad deal" regarding Tehran’s nuclear and regional activities. Economic Blockade and Sanctions The Iranian Treasury Chief described current US sanctions as an effective blockade designed to cripple the nation’s financial systems. According to Tehran, these measures target vital trade routes and banking channels, aiming to isolate the country from global markets. The statements come as Iran continues to navigate heavy restrictions on its oil exports and international transactions. Deadlock in Negotiations Tehran maintains that US military intervention is off the table due to the regional consequences, labeling the "war option" as impossible. Simultaneously, Iranian officials rejected the feasibility of current diplomatic proposals, characterizing them as a "bad deal" that fails to address Iranian economic security or sovereignty. This rhetoric suggests a deepening of the diplomatic…