Trump’s trap: Solving Hormuz crisis saves Iranian regime, and threats don't work - analysis
Trump's credibility will come back by showing that the US will not exchange long-term strategic leverage for temporary calm and cheaper gasoline.
In a recent UN speech, US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with "obliteration" and "drive them into hell," only to later claim "very good" talks with Iranian officials. The Wall Street Journal noted that Trump's rhetoric lacks credibility, as he had repeated similar threats in the past. Now, Iran proposes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the US lifting the blockade on Iran, which currently cripples the Iranian economy.
While reopening the strait could lower gasoline prices in the US before the midterm elections, it would not solve Iran's nuclear program and missile capabilities. Iran's nuclear program remains a significant issue, as regime change is the only way for Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions. The US must demonstrate consistency in its stance to convince Iran to show flexibility, as Trump stated he would remain in office for two and a half years, regardless of the midterm elections.
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