Iran Worries Over Possible Trump Return in US Election, Fears More Sanctions and Attacks

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:35pm on 01 Nov 2024,Friday International

Iran and its allies are concerned about a potential Trump comeback in the U.S. elections. Iranian leaders fear Trump could renew his “maximum pressure” policy, bringing harsher sanctions and possibly backing Israeli strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites. Trump previously withdrew the U.S. from the Iran nuclear deal and applied tough restrictions on Iran’s oil exports, straining its economy. Analysts say Iran might be forced to negotiate if pressured again. Trump’s close ties with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu also worry Iran, as a new U.S.-Saudi defense pact could further shift regional power, creating a stronger front against Iranian influence.

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