Book describes Trump Iran war planning and landscaping order
A forthcoming book claims President Trump pursued nuclear diplomacy with Iran while military contingency plans were being prepared.
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U.S. decisions on Iran affect energy markets, sanctions regimes, and potential military commitments with direct budget implications.
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What to watch next
- Monitor the next IAEA board meeting or any scheduled congressional hearings on Iran sanctions.
- Watch for the next round of US-Iran indirect talks or any new sanctions designation for signs of movement.
- Watch for any follow-up statements from the U.S. State Department or Iranian officials on the status of the ceasefire understanding.
- Watch for any official Iranian government statements or U.S. Treasury actions on sanctions in the coming days.
- Track daily tanker traffic data through the Strait of Hormuz and any new U.S. or Iranian statements on further action.
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