WASHINGTON: In the wake of failed peace negotiations with Iran, President Donald Trump and his advisors are reportedly considering a limited military response, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal. The newspaper cites sources familiar with the situation, suggesting that the US may restart military action against Iran as a way to break the deadlock in the peace talks and exert pressure on Tehran.
Among other suggestions regarding how to deal with Iran, there was also the idea of blocking the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway through which much of the oil travels. This suggestion came as a possible strategy that would help keep pressure on Iran while negotiating with it. Another possibility is the full-scale bombing of Iran, but the likelihood of it is quite low, as President Trump does not like getting engaged in a long conflict.
According to some sources, President Donald Trump still has the opportunity to start bombing Iran. However, he does not like getting into prolonged military operations, which is why he chooses not to engage in it.
According to The Wall Street Journal, another option being considered is for the US to temporarily enforce a blockade while pressing its allies to assume a permanent military operation guaranteeing the security of vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz. This strategy will help to transfer the responsibility of securing the vital passage from the US forces to its allies.
Moreover, The Wall Street Journal suggests that the persistent diplomatic deadlock between the US and Iran, alongside growing instability in the region, might pose serious implications for the overall situation. Although the military action is still an option available, it is yet to be determined what effect it would have on future peace processes, as well as whether the measures taken would result in wider military actions.
For some time now, the US and Iran have been involved in negotiations regarding the controversial issues between the two states, which include Iran’s nuclear program and its regional influence. Despite having numerous rounds of talks, the parties have yet to settle their differences. In addition, the US and Iran have accused one another of preventing the process from resolving.
