The mullahs’ sudden enthusiasm for negotiations means they are not planning to abandon their nuclear ambitions but rather use them as a ploy to outlast Trump’s presidency.
The Iranian regime, currently at one of the weakest points in its recent history, presents a crucial opportunity for the United States and its allies.
The collapse of its strongest regional ally, Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria, has left Tehran without a key pillar of support in the Middle East.
Iran’s most powerful proxy groups, Hamas and Hezbollah, have suffered significant setbacks thanks to Israeli military operations. With Iran’s economy in shambles and its isolation increasing, the regime is more vulnerable than ever before.