The more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
Iran is skeptical about a potential ceasefire deal with the U.S., fearing it may be a pretext for further military action. The proposed agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting some sanctions on Iran, but contentious issues remain unresolved. Experts warn that the U.S. may be losing leverage in negotiations, raising concerns among some U.S. lawmakers about the implications for regional stability.
- ▪Iran is questioning the sincerity of a proposed ceasefire deal with the U.S. due to past military actions.
- ▪The deal could allow Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and gain some sanctions relief, but key issues are still under negotiation.
- ▪Some U.S. lawmakers express concern that the deal may empower Iran and destabilize the region.
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Iran’s regime may be wondering if an emerging deal to extend its ceasefire with the U.S. is too good to be true. Recommended Video While talks are ongoing with key details still to be worked out, the outlines of a deal include Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and letting ships pass without paying tolls, sources told Axios. In return, the U.S. would lift its naval blockade on Iranian ports and provide some sanctions relief, allowing let Tehran to sell oil openly. But the most contentious issues must be settled during a 60-day window for talks. That includes Iran’s uranium as well as the U.S. permanently ending sanctions and releasing Iran’s frozen assets abroad, estimated at $25 billion. The U.S.
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