US moves to tap Iranian assets after strikes hit Kuwait, Bahrain
Why it matters: The step could deepen the US-Iran standoff as ceasefire talks falter and Gulf allies seek compensation for damage.
The Straits Times, Bloomberg
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#Scott Bessent
US eyes Iranian assets to fund Kuwait-Bahrain recovery
New: Washington is also tallying damage for a possible follow-on strike as the ceasefire with Tehran grows more fragile.
CNN Indonesia, CNBC Indonesia