President Trump has stated that he is in no rush to decide whether to resume fighting Iran, as the US midterm elections approach.
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Speaking to Axios, Trump said that the US has crippled Iran financially, leaving them with no money and no gasoline, and their people are getting tired of it. He also mentioned that he is considering three courses of action: making a deal, going back to war, or imposing maximum economic penalties.
The president's comments come amid reports that he is considering resuming the bombing campaign against Iran, which has been a major issue in the election due to its impact on gas prices. Trump's approval ratings have hit a record low, with 56% of voters disapproving of his performance, according to a Morning Consult poll.
Various advisors, including Vice President JD Vance and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, are urging different courses of action, with some pushing for a deal and others advocating for resumed combat or economic pressure. Meanwhile, Tehran is signaling hopes that the war can be brought to an end, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stating that diplomatic exchanges have become very intensive.
