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Decision Time for Trump: What Will He Do After the Iran Deadline – What Scenarios for War?

Published March 24, 2026, 17:19
Decision Time for Trump: What Will He Do After the Iran Deadline – What Scenarios for War?

The situation surrounding Iran remains tense, with Donald Trump granting a new five-day extension to the supposed peace talks with Tehran, following an initial ultimatum. Trump's statements about "very good talks" are not confirmed by the Iranian side, while there are reports of exploratory moves by the US. Despite the possibility of a meeting in Islamabad, the terms set by both sides remain unchanged, making an agreement difficult. Trump is said to have retreated due to miscalculations about the duration of the war and the potential impact on infrastructure in Gulf states, as well as the risk of closing the Strait of Hormuz. A military intervention to open the Strait is considered high-risk and could lead to long-term involvement in Iranian territory. In addition, the Pentagon is requesting an additional budget of $200 billion for the war, which is causing reactions in the US. The cost of the war has already exceeded $25 billion, and an escalation would skyrocket it. The FED kept interest rates at 3.7%. The situation remains fluid and diplomacy appears to be the only way out, although the prospects for an agreement are uncertain. The US government is under pressure from both domestic factors and the international consequences of a potential escalation of the conflict.