Trump Signals Shift to Economic Pressure on Iran Over New Military Strikes President Donald Trump has opted for a new strategy in dealing with Iran: leveraging economic pressure to coax Tehran into negotiations.
This shift marks a calculated gamble by the US, one that carries significant risks and implications for regional stability. The naval blockade, put in place since April, has exacerbated Iran's economic woes.
High inflation rates and dwindling oil revenues have taken their toll on the country.