President Donald Trump has recently urged Qatar to utilize its sway over Iran in a bid to convince the country's leadership to reach an agreement with the U.S. on its rapidly advancing nuclear program. Now, this isn't a random request. Here's the reality: Qatar has historically played the role of intermediary between the U.S. and Iran and its proxies. But, the question remains, … [Read more...] about Trump Enlists Qatar as Surprise Mediator in High-Stakes Iran Nuclear Standoff
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Trump Heads to Gulf as Tensions Boil Over in Gaza and Iran
President Donald J. Trump is jetting across the Gulf to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates this week. But make no mistake about it, the specter of two other nations, Israel and Iran, looms large over this journey. Israel, after calling off a ceasefire two months ago, is digging deeper into the trenches of the Gaza Strip conflict. Iran, meanwhile, seems to be … [Read more...] about Trump Heads to Gulf as Tensions Boil Over in Gaza and Iran
Trump Signals Readiness to Strike Iran If Nuclear Deal Fails
This whole situation with Iran is exactly what we've been predicting for years. The drive-by media won't tell you this, but President Trump is showing true leadership by putting America FIRST when it comes to dealing with the Mullahs in Tehran. Trump is ready to unleash the full might of our military on Iran's nuclear facilities if these so-called "negotiations" fail. And … [Read more...] about Trump Signals Readiness to Strike Iran If Nuclear Deal Fails
Trump Intervenes to Prevent Israeli Strike on Iran, Turns to Diplomacy
The New York Times reported that President Donald Trump has stopped Israel's plans to strike Iranian nuclear sites in May, and instead, has opened negotiations with Tehran about its nuclear program. After months of internal debate, the U.S. decided to support Israel's plan to delay Iran's progress in nuclear technology by at least one year. Israeli officials developed … [Read more...] about Trump Intervenes to Prevent Israeli Strike on Iran, Turns to Diplomacy
Axios: Iran Weighs Temporary Nuclear Deal With U.S. to Buy Time
Axios reported on Thursday that Iran may propose an interim nuclear agreement with the U.S. to buy time beyond the two-month deadline set forth by President Donald Trump. Trump reiterated his threat on Wednesday to use military power if Iran does not agree to stop its nuclear program. In a letter sent to the Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei last month, Trump gave him a … [Read more...] about Axios: Iran Weighs Temporary Nuclear Deal With U.S. to Buy Time