ट्रम्प की कड़ी ईरान नीति ठहरती है क्योंकि तेहरान परमाणु और मिसाइल मुद्दों पर अडिग रहता है (May 2026)

Overview On May 18, 2026 , President Donald Trump announced that planned strikes on Iran were put on hold after Gulf Arab states asked for more talks. He said the United States would be ready for a "full, large‑scale assault" if a deal is not reached. The move shows a clash between Trump’s aggressive rhetoric and the reality that Tehran is not moving on its core demands. Key Developments Trump cancelled the imminent air strikes on Iran at the request of Gulf Arab states . He reiterated that US forces must stay ready to launch a large‑scale attack if negotiations fail. Iran continues to refuse US demands to abandon its nuclear programme and ballistic missile development . Tehran also maintains support for its regional proxies in Gaza, Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen. The tension threatens the security of the Strait of Hormuz , where any conflict could disrupt oil supplies. Important Facts Iran’s economy is described as “crippled” with internal unrest and the loss of senior leaders. Despite US pressure, Tehran has not indicated any willingness to change its stance. The White House defended Trump’s approach, stating that his preference is “peace and diplomacy” but only if the deal favours the United States. UPSC Relevance The episode illustrates the dynamics of US foreign policy under a populist leader. It highlights the challenges of negotiating nuclear non‑proliferation, missile control, and proxy wars—topics frequently asked in GS II (International Relations) and GS III (Security). The strategic importance of the <span class="key-term" data-definition="Key maritime chokepoint for global oil trade; its security impacts world energy markets (GS3: Econ