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strikeMay 12, 2026

Trump weighs limited Iran strike or temporary deal to reopen Hormuz, officials say

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Israel would like to see fighting in Iran resume with strikes on energy and infrastructure targets that would significantly weaken the ayatollahs’ regime. But at this stage, Israel and the United States appear to see things differently. President Donald Trump is simply not eager to fully renew the fighting.

Source: Itamar Eichner — Read the full report

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  • Itamar EichnerBy Itamar Eichner

    Israel would like to see fighting in Iran resume with strikes on energy and infrastructure targets that would significantly weaken the ayatollahs’ regime. But at this stage, Israel and the United States appear to see things differently. President Donald Trump is simply not eager …

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