Iran · Strait of Hormuz · Axios · Fortune Technology
The more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
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Iran’s regime may be wondering if an emerging deal to extend its ceasefire with the U.S. is too good to be true.
Key facts
- Roger Wicker, R-Miss., said a 60-day extension would be a disaster and that “Everything accomplished by Operation Epic Fury would be for naught!” Sen
- But Tehran is not convinced that it is not a dress rehearsal for war now or in 30 days,” Vali Nasr, a former senior State Department adviser, posted on X
- But the most contentious issues must be settled during a 60-day window for talks
- The Iranians are likely aware of that fact, which is one of the reasons they are stalling and delaying the negotiations process,” it said
Summary
While talks are ongoing with key details still to be worked out, the outlines of a deal include Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and letting ships pass without paying tolls, . But the most contentious issues must be settled during a 60-day window for talks. The U.S. would also maintain its military presence in the region and only withdraw once a final deal is reached, Axios said. “One of the problems with this approach and deciding that you will deal with the nuclear issue later is that waiving sanctions on Iranian oil exports now will decrease, not increase, Iran’s motivation for reaching a nuclear agreement,” Eric Brewer, former National Security Council director for counterproliferation, said on X.