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What Trump Will Do When the Deadline for Iran Expires. Scenarios for the Future of the War

Published March 24, 2026, 17:09
What Trump Will Do When the Deadline for Iran Expires. Scenarios for the Future of the War

As the international community tries to decode Donald Trump's statements about the war in Iran, it is clear that there are many factors that have led him to give a new extension to peace talks. The US appears to have underestimated the duration of the war and its potential consequences, such as disruption to energy security and the possibility of closing the Strait of Hormuz. The initial US assessment of the war proved incorrect, as they had not foreseen Iran's resistance and the potential consequences for Gulf countries. The possibility of closing the Strait of Hormuz is a significant risk, while a ground intervention would be extremely dangerous and unacceptable to American public opinion. In addition, the Pentagon has requested an additional budget of $200 billion, which is causing concern among the American public. There are also internal pressures and disagreements about the strategy to be followed. The situation remains uncertain and diplomacy appears to be the only way out, although the terms set by both sides remain unchanged. Despite efforts for dialogue, no approach is apparent, even on issues such as restoring navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The outcome of the crisis remains unclear and depends on the decisions of Donald Trump and the ability of the parties involved to find a diplomatic solution.