US is betting on sanctions and economic pain while keeping military action on the table

US relying on sanctions and naval blockade as oil prices stabilise, easing economic strain on American consumers.

President Donald Trump signaled that the US will emphasize economic pressure on Iran as strikes remain on pause. Follow for live updates.

Trump indicates a preference for economic pressure on Iran over military action, amid ongoing negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

US bets on economic pain to force Tehran to negotiate over nuclear programme

Trump is delaying major military action in Iran. Also, new reporting details how the White House snuck the president out of Turkey.

President Trump described Iran as devious negotiators in a recent interview. He outlined two strategies for dealing with the ongoing conflict. One approach involves economic…