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Trump adopts low-key approach towards Iran, no strikes
US President Donald Trump has said the United States is adopting a 'low-key' approach towards Iran and is not planning fresh military strikes, rediff.com reports citing Axios. Trump said the US is…
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US President Donald Trump has said the United States is adopting a 'low-key' approach towards Iran and is not planning fresh military strikes, rediff.com reports citing Axios. Trump said the US is 'semi-negotiating' and watching Iran's economic struggles, including high inflation and inability to pay troops. The US naval blockade has intensified Iran's challenges, but oil prices above $75 per barrel have limited impact on American consumers.
Negotiations with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz are stalled, with Iran demanding the lifting of the blockade and withdrawal of US forces. Iran's foreign minister said indirect talks are ongoing through intermediaries.
The Indian Opinion
The 'low-key' label may be a tactical pause rather than a long-term shift. Both sides have reasons to claim strength: Trump wants to avoid war costs, Iran wants to lift the blockade. The real test will be whether Iran's economy can outlast the blockade or force Washington to bend. A key number to watch is Iran's inflation rate and whether its troops remain unpaid.
Source: rediff.com
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