Iran is pushing for a negotiated end to the conflict that began with its April attack, demanding significant concessions from the United States as a precondition for peace. Among its key demands are the withdrawal of U.S. military forces from regional bases and the removal of economic sanctions and naval blockades. The move signals Iran’s confidence in its position nearly seven months after the initial confrontation. Whether Washington will engage on these terms remains unclear.
Nearly seven months after being attacked, an emboldened Iran is seeking to end the war on its terms. That means forcing U.S. bases out, lifting sanctions, and ending a U.S. naval blockade.
