Trump’s Shifting Iran Rhetoric Leaves Middle East in Limbo
- On Sunday, President Donald Trump said it was "highly unlikely" he would renew attacks on Iran if peace talks yield progress, as the war has entered its eighth month.
- Democrats' gains in last week's midterm elections stemmed largely from voters' opposition to the war and its impact on inflation. A YouGov survey found 60% of voters believe Trump made the wrong decision.
- Trump recently removed Vice President Vance from Iran negotiations, writing on Truth Social that "we don't need a deal with Iran" and claiming the U.S. already holds the Strait.
- With Democrats set to control Congress in January, Trump faces a two-month window to pursue military operations before lawmakers potentially restrict funding. Schumer noted the Founding Fathers established the "power of the purse" to deter unauthorized wars.
- Marc Thiessen, former White House director of speechwriting for President George W. Bush, continues urging "total victory" over Iran, calling the conflict "courageous" despite public opposition and the administration's political fallout.
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Trump: No Iran Deal Needed as Regime Collapses Under Pressure
President Trump declared the United States no longer needs a deal with Iran, saying Tehran’s regime is collapsing after American pressure seized its money and the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social Thursday that the days of bargaining with Tehran are finished. He said the United States already holds the leverage […]
The war against Iran and its costs led to a crashing defeat in the interim elections for the Republicans. Nevertheless, Trump sees no hurry for negotiations. While building up a new threatening backdrop, he holds on to the economic stranglehold.
Rachel Blevins: Trump is suddenly back to claiming he doesn't need a deal with Iran
Trump is suddenly back to claiming he doesn't need a deal with Iran. Why? Because Iran isn't backing down on its demands.Lebanese Journalist Dr. Marwa Osman (@Marwa_OsmanLB) noted that for the first time in 200 YEARS, Iran is in "attack mode," and...
As Trump shifts Iran strategy, Gulf allies pursue diplomacy with Tehran - Compass Points
As President Trump says he’s focused on economic pressure on Iran, Gulf allies are united against the war and hedging their bets by talking with Iran about regional security. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses the Middle East's pivot point with Hussein Ibish, Danielle Pletka, Dana Stroul and Alex Vatanka.
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