US President Donald Trump has said he could impose additional tariffs on countries that continue to trade with Iran, in an executive order signed on Friday. The order does not specify the rate that could be imposed, but uses 25% as an example, and says it will apply to goods imported into the US from any nation that 'directly or indirectly purchases, imports, or otherwise acquires any goods or services from Iran'.
Trump has not directly commented on the order but reiterated 'no nuclear weapons' for Iran when speaking from Air Force One on Friday night. It comes amid ongoing talks between senior US and Iranian officials in Oman, following several weeks of threats from both sides. Trump previously threatened a 25% tariff of countries doing business with Iran earlier this year, in a post to Truth Social. At the time, no further detail was provided on how the tariffs would work in practice.
The White House stated that the latest executive order reaffirmed the 'ongoing national emergency with respect to Iran', emphasizing that the president may adjust it under changing circumstances. Trump emphasized accountability, citing Iran's support for terrorism and efforts that jeopardize American security and allies.
While tensions rise, there has been no immediate comment from Iran about the executive order. Talks in Oman aim to clarify positions and foster potential agreements, with another meeting set for early next week. As negotiations unfold, the president warns Iran of significant consequences should a deal not be reached, amid increasing military presence in the region due to the country's reactions to protests.
Trump has not directly commented on the order but reiterated 'no nuclear weapons' for Iran when speaking from Air Force One on Friday night. It comes amid ongoing talks between senior US and Iranian officials in Oman, following several weeks of threats from both sides. Trump previously threatened a 25% tariff of countries doing business with Iran earlier this year, in a post to Truth Social. At the time, no further detail was provided on how the tariffs would work in practice.
The White House stated that the latest executive order reaffirmed the 'ongoing national emergency with respect to Iran', emphasizing that the president may adjust it under changing circumstances. Trump emphasized accountability, citing Iran's support for terrorism and efforts that jeopardize American security and allies.
While tensions rise, there has been no immediate comment from Iran about the executive order. Talks in Oman aim to clarify positions and foster potential agreements, with another meeting set for early next week. As negotiations unfold, the president warns Iran of significant consequences should a deal not be reached, amid increasing military presence in the region due to the country's reactions to protests.
