U.S.-Iran Live Updates: Vance says war in "new phase" of economic pressure as Iran dismisses Trump threat

Updated on: August 21, 2026 / 1:29 AM EDT / CBS News

U.S.-Iran Live Updates: Vance says war in "new phase" of economic pressure as Iran dismisses Trump threat

TL;DR

  • The U.S.-Iran conflict is in a "new phase" focusing on economic pressure.
  • Iran has dismissed threats made by Donald Trump.
  • The update was provided by CBS News.