[Reuters, Washington 11]-US Treasury Secretary Mnushin announced on Tuesday that the US authorities have been given the authority to newly impose "very serious" sanctions against Turkey after Turkey's invasion of Syria .
The Secretary pointed out that the United States is not in sanctions at the moment, but will do so if necessary. “I hope that this is a very powerful sanctions and there is no need to impose sanctions, but it is possible to stop the Turkish economy if necessary,” “notifying financial institutions about the possibility of sanctions being triggered. "
President Trump is concerned about Turkey's potential to target civilians.
