President Donald Trump has stated that new talks between Washington and Tehran are the ‘last chance’ for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation of U.S. strikes on the country. Trump, speaking at the Oval Office, said he expects negotiations will focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and creating a pathway for Iran to address the United States’ concerns about its nuclear program.
Background of the Conflict
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has been ongoing, with Trump having previously threatened to escalate attacks on Iran only to edge away from his threats several times since the start of U.S. and Israel strikes on February 28. Critics say Trump’s hesitation may reflect an unspoken understanding inside the administration that U.S. military might alone may not be enough to compel Iran to back down and bring an end to the now monthslong war.
Trump has insisted that November’s midterm elections aren’t shaping his approach to the conflict, which has spurred unease across the global economy. However, it’s certainly on the minds of his fellow Republicans, with about two-thirds of U.S. adults saying the war with Iran has not been worthwhile, according to polling from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.
Original reporting: Texarkana Gazette — read the source article.
