Trump shifts strategy in war with Iran
President Donald Trump initially said the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran would end in weeks, but six months later his administration says it is not in a hurry and has shifted from immediate military aims toward increased economic pressure. The White House claims the campaign has devastated Iran's leadership, military and economy, even as analysts warn Iran has shown resilience. Mediators such as Qatar and Pakistan continue to seek diplomatic solutions, while Iran's leadership has consolidated around hard-line generals and clerics and has threatened to halt oil exports if economic pressure continues, raising the risk of a prolonged standoff.
U.S. shifts from military strikes to economic pressure on Iran.
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The U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran has lasted six months. Trump first said it would end quickly. Now the U.S. is using more economic pressure while mediators seek talks.
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