Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammed Baqer Qalibaf, stated Friday the nation must prepare to circumvent “unjust sanctions” levied against it. This response follows U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s announcement of what he claims are the most severe sanctions ever imposed on Iran. Details of the new measures are expected Monday. Bessent suggested these sanctions may reduce the necessity for further significant military action against Iran. The announcement signals a further escalation of economic pressure from the United States. Iran views the sanctions as unjust and is actively seeking ways to mitigate their impact. This latest development heightens existing geopolitical tensions in the region.