US Warns Countries and Companies Off Iranian Oil Amid Sanctions

The US government has warned countries and companies that buying Iranian oil could face severe consequences. The warning comes as Washington tightens sanctions against Tehran, aiming to strangle the country's oil exports.

The move is part of a broader effort to pressure Iran into renegotiating its nuclear deal with world powers. The Trump administration abandoned the 2015 agreement in May, citing concerns over Iran's ballistic missile program and regional activities.

No specific timeline or details on penalties were provided by US officials.