Trump delivered a military victory over Iran. Now he’s negotiating it away
The article discusses the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran regarding a potential ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. It critiques President Trump's approach, suggesting that he is conceding too much to Iran despite having achieved a military victory. The piece argues that a deal with Iran could empower the regime and weaken U.S. and Israeli positions.
- ▪The U.S. and Iran are negotiating a deal involving a 60-day ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Critics argue that President Trump is giving in to Iranian demands, undermining the military victory achieved against the regime.
- ▪The article warns that a new deal could empower Iran's nuclear ambitions and restrict actions by Israel and Gulf States.
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In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here. For weeks now, we’ve been hearing that the United States and Iran are on the verge of a deal in which the clerics will agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a 60-day ceasefire continuation that would allow for more negotiations over the fate of nuclear weapons. Recommended Stories The Marxist threat to America has two fronts.
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