US President Donald Trump and his advisers are considering resuming limited military strikes on Iran in addition to blockading the Strait of Hormuz as a way out of the deadlock in peace talks. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal, citing unnamed officials and "people familiar with the situation," UNN reports.
Details
Thus, one of the options the White House chief is considering is targeted attacks on Iranian infrastructure.
Trump could also resume a full-scale bombing campaign, though officials said that was less likely given the prospect of further destabilization of the region and the president's aversion to prolonged military conflicts. He may also seek to continue a temporary blockade while he presses allies to take responsibility for a long-term military escort mission through the strait in the future.
– the article says.
The publication, citing its interlocutors, indicates that any option Trump chooses will face serious risks.
"Resuming a full-scale war would further deplete critical US military capabilities and expose the president to even greater backlash from voters skeptical of conflicts in the Middle East," the publication writes.
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Context
Talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad ended without a peace agreement. After more than 21 hours of tense negotiations, US Vice President J.D. Vance left Pakistan, stating that the parties were unable to agree on key terms.
US President Donald Trump reiterated his threat to destroy Iran's power plants and other civilian energy infrastructure if a peace agreement is not reached.
The US military promises to block the movement of vessels to Iranian ports in the Arabian and Oman Gulfs. The restrictions do not apply to transit to non-Iranian ports through the Strait of Hormuz.
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