saying that he's not engaged in military war, but in an economic war. economic war is nothing to be proud of, because in the military confrontation, civilians may become collateral damage. where where as in an economic war civilians are the primary targets. >> were you surprised by the ability of the united states, of the trump administration to essentially stop you from engaging in any international economic activity from even selling your oil on international markets, this one country? >> well, it is regrettable, not just for iran, but for the international community, that the united states can in fact bully important players in international markets to obey its rules against both international law and against their own interests. it is certainly regrettable. we will continue to sell our oil. you will find -- >> but your production is way down? >> it is way down, but we will find ways to mend the situation.