US targets supply vulnerabilities with $3 billion raw material push amid Iran tensions

A confidential military simulation conducted in Washington highlighted critical vulnerabilities in the United States high-purity aluminum supply chain ahead of potential global conflict. In response to strategic supply risks, US President Donald Trump announced a $3 billion investment package focused on securing critical raw materials and advancing energy storage projects to reinforce national defense and domestic manufacturing.

Simultaneously, Washington is escalating economic pressure on Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that upcoming sanctions could be the most severe imposed on Iran to date. The move comes as maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz faces heavy restrictions due to ongoing regional military action. Iranian officials rejected the economic threats, characterizing them as a continuation of failed policies and affirming that Tehran will not alter its stance.

Sources: Investor.bg, Mediapool, Nova TV.