Trump to revive ‘maximum pressure’ on Iran by supporting sanctions, Israeli strike on nuclear sites

Biden’s softer approach to Iran seen as having emboldened Tehran

Former US president Donald Trump has said he would revive his “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran if re-elected, including supporting Israeli military action against the country’s nuclear sites.

Trump’s comments come as the Biden administration is engaged in indirect talks with Iran

The Biden administration has been trying to revive the 2015 nuclear deal, which Trump withdrew from in 2018. However, the talks have been stalled for months, and there is little sign of progress.

Trump’s comments are likely to be welcomed by Israel

Israel has long been opposed to the nuclear deal, and has repeatedly called for military action against Iran’s nuclear program. Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that he is “prepared to use force” to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

It is unclear whether Trump would be able to revive his “maximum pressure” campaign if re-elected

The Biden administration has already taken some steps to ease sanctions on Iran, and it is unclear whether Trump would be able to reverse these measures.

Additionally, it is unclear whether Israel would be willing to carry out a military strike against Iran’s nuclear sites without US support.

Trump’s comments are likely to further increase tensions between the US and Iran

The Biden administration has been trying to improve relations with Iran, but Trump’s comments are likely to make this more difficult.

The comments could also lead to a new arms race in the Middle East, as other countries in the region seek to acquire nuclear weapons to deter Iran.

Conclusion

Trump’s comments on Iran are significant because they signal a major shift in US policy towards the country.

If Trump is re-elected, he is likely to pursue a more aggressive approach to Iran, which could lead to a new conflict in the Middle East.