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What is an economic D-Day?
Treasury Secretary Bessent's 'economic D-Day' metaphor suggests a massive, coordinated financial attack. Just as the original D-Day aimed to overwhelm the enemy with a huge invasion, this US strategy seeks to cripple Iran's economy by cutting off its access to global finance, making it incredibly difficult for them to trade or fund activities.
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