US EditionTrump Faces Political Backlash After Iran Strikes and Russian Sanctions Waiver
Trump faces criticism over Iran strikes and easing Russian oil sanctions that may boost Moscow amid rising gas prices and economic concerns ahead of midterm elections.
- President Donald Trump faced political backlash after Iran strikes, amid criticism over handling and planning, two weeks after the events.
- The U.S. Treasury Department announced this past week a 30-day waiver on Russian sanctions, while critics say coordination failures left allies in the dark about Iran plans.
- Energy disruptions have benefited Moscow after easing Russian oil restrictions, which, combined with higher oil prices, undercut efforts to limit President Vladimir Putin's war finances.
- Democrats say their party could see midterm gains rivaling 2018 as they unite to oppose Trump's Iran policy with control of Congress at stake in November's midterm elections.
- Questions about the Strait of Hormuz continue, even as Trump on Saturday urged many countries to 'send War Ships' to keep it open, while Zelenskyy said easing sanctions 'not the right decision.
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Trump hasn't proven the case for war in Iran - The Leavenworth Times
The U.S. is clearly at war with Iran. A U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship after it participated in a naval training exercise with other… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close The post Trump hasn’t proven the case for war in Iran appeared first on The Leavenworth Times.
The escalating conflict in Iran is a reality. Earlier this week, Donald Trump attempted to calm the waters, asserting that "the war was practically over" and that it was nearing its end. That position lasted only four days: this Saturday, the US Republican leader reversed course, stating that "the war will go on as long as necessary." The reasons behind this abrupt change of course are unknown, but what is certain is that the situation is not as…
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