On the eve of the US presidential election, Tehran is actively debating the possible consequences of Donald Trump’s return to the White House. A Republican victory could represent a serious challenge for Iran, as Trump’s term in power has already brought many difficulties to the country: withdrawal from the nuclear deal, increased sanctions and the assassination of General Qassem Soleimani. Iranian officials are concerned about the possibility of close cooperation between Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, who could be given considerable freedom of action against Tehran.
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Senior Iranian officials, such as the Supreme Leader’s advisor Kamal Kharazi, continue to say that Iran is ready to respond to any Israeli aggression. In an interview with the Lebanese publication Al-Mayadeen, Kharazi said Iran could review its nuclear doctrine if a threat to national security arises, and emphasized that his country has the technical capacity to create nuclear weapons, although it has so far refrained from do it. This is due to a fatwa by Supreme Commander Khamenei.
Officials in Iran suggest that the Trump administration, if returned to power, will increase pressure on Iran to try to force Tehran to sign an updated nuclear deal on terms that will benefit the United States and Israel. Such conditions could include allowing Israel to attack Iran’s nuclear facilities and tightening oil sanctions.
Despite statements by some American politicians that the United States will continue to support Israel, Iranian experts believe that Trump’s return to the White House carries more risks for the country than even Kamala Harris’ victory. In turn, an Iranian source told Reuters that, despite economic difficulties, Tehran is ready to face any challenge, finding ways to circumvent sanctions and strengthen international ties.
Iran fears that Trump will allow Israel to carry out attacks on strategically important targets, which will put additional pressure on the country and its economy. The question of the fate of the nuclear deal remains open and a possible increase in military tension worries many political experts, who predict a difficult future for Iran and the entire Middle East region.
