Trump: The U.S. Is Changing Its Strategy Toward Iran
- 10.08.2026, 9:54
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Washington will not rush things.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he currently has no plans for a large-scale military operation against Iran and is considering the possibility of increasing economic pressure.
This was reported in an interview with the American publication Axios.
According to Trump, the United States is not rushing things at this point and is conducting indirect negotiations with Tehran. He emphasized that Washington is closely monitoring the economic situation in Iran, where high inflation and a shortage of funds are prevalent.
“We’re not rushing things just yet. We’re just having informal talks with them. We’re simply watching Iran with its massive inflation and the fact that it has no money,” the U.S. president noted.
Trump also emphasized that Iran is in a difficult economic situation and is struggling to finance its armed forces. According to him, the U.S. naval blockade has further exacerbated the crisis.
At the same time, the White House chief noted that the drop in oil prices to $75 per barrel is mitigating the negative impact of the war on American consumers. He added that the situation could be resolved through diplomatic means.
Negotiations and Disagreements Within Iran
According to a source, Iran, Oman, and the U.S. have tentatively agreed on the terms for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, the official announcement of the agreement has been postponed due to a shift in Tehran’s position.
U.S. officials report internal disagreements within Iran’s leadership. Some government officials favor reaching an agreement with the U.S. due to the risk of economic collapse. Others oppose any concessions.
As a reminder, Iran has put forward new demands for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. These include the lifting of sanctions, an end to the blockade, the withdrawal of U.S. troops from the region, and the unfreezing of assets.