An Iranian Gorbachev?

The Islamic Republic at a Crossroads: Backchannels, Sanctions, and Growing Divisions

Trump has issued a new presidential memorandum, instructing the Treasury Department to impose maximum economic pressure on Iran. This move officially launches the campaign to "zero out Iran's oil sales," a strategy designed to cripple Tehran's primary source of revenue. The ultimate goal is to initiate direct conversations with Iranian authorities.

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