politics
Iran trying to ‘drag out’ a deal: Mike Brest
Washington Examiner defense reporter Mike Brest said the Iranians understand President Donald Trump has “domestic concerns” he has to factor in when coming to a decision to end the Iran war.
TL;DR
- Iranians understand President Trump has domestic concerns influencing his decisions.
- Iran is attempting to "drag out" the conflict and delay a deal.
- Delays may be intended to make Trump less likely to take military action closer to the midterm elections.
- Trump stated the U.S. will attack Iran "very hard" after Iranian forces shot down a helicopter.
- The U.S. carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran.
- Trump expressed frustration with Iran playing games and dealing with "stupid presidents" in the past.