economic pressure

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As the Iran war persists and economic pressure mounts, the reality of global dependence on key waterways—and the supply chains that rely on their safety and openness—is setting in.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

For years the UK led international efforts to put economic pressure on Russia for its war on Ukraine.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

“It is an authoritarian regime, and it can claim that resisting economic pressure is a question of national pride,” said Alex Vatanka, a senior fellow and Iran expert at the Middle East Institute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Lower-income consumers, facing tough economic pressure, are increasingly turning to food banks, Moran said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

“And yet,” pointed out Byerley, “you have a Machine of your own, and you are certainly under no economic pressure from across the ocean.”

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov