diplomacyJul 30, 2026

Trump says sanctions bill should include tariffs on Iran, despite 'trivial' trade with U.S.

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- President Donald Trump said Congress should strengthen a sanctions bill against Russia and Iran by adding tariffs on Tehran. - The U.S. imports hardly any goods from Iran, making his remark "entirely symbolic," a trade expert told CNBC.

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Kevin BreuningerBy Kevin Breuninger
- President Donald Trump said Congress should strengthen a sanctions bill against Russia and Iran by adding tariffs on Tehran. - The U.S. imports hardly any goods from Iran, making his remark "entirely symbolic," a trade expert told CNBC. - Trump's apparent desire to change the b…

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