Scott Bessent said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.
US Treasury secretary tells BBC 'bit of pain' worth long-term security
Scott Bessent said a "small bit of economic pain" was worth it to eliminate the threat of Iranian strikes on Western capitals.
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