US President Donald Trump declared the most severe economic measures ever imposed on Iran, marking a significant escalation in economic conflict, according to FX Street.

As reported by CBS News, Trump described the move as economic conflict and isolation on an unprecedented scale, warning that countries providing financial aid to Iran will face severe economic consequences.

This development is likely to have ripple effects across global markets, including Japan’s FX and equities sectors, as investors reassess risks associated with geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.