Trump is employing military action against Iran’s allies, and threatening strikes on Iran itself, to induce Iranian leaders to agree to new talks on limiting Iran’s nuclear program. Trump is balancing his intent to avoid sparking a new Middle East war with pressure from some of his aides and from Israel to immediately halt Iran’s nuclear program. Iran’s refusal to discuss limitations on its missile and drone programs or its support for regional armed factions, and its demands for extensive sanctions relief, will further complicate U.S.-Iran negotiations. Trump is seeking to use his renewed engagement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to increase pressure on Iran to begin talks.
Trump Threatens Iran to Secure New Talks – The Soufan Center
