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Trump administration pressuring countries to cut economic ties with Iran

President Trump is threatening to put more economic pressure on Iran. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Then, Matthew Kroenig, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joins with analysis.

Published August 20, 2026, 10:15 PM
Updated August 20, 2026, 11:26 PM2.0K
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Trump administration pressuring countries to cut economic ties with Iran

President Trump is threatening to put more economic pressure on Iran. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Then, Matthew Kroenig, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joins with analysis.

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