Trump meets his obstinate match in Iran’s hardball regime

As Trump pursues negotiations with Iran this week, the regime is demonstrating military leverage through ballistic missiles targeting US bases and control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint. The Guardian reports Trump is struggling to find negotiating ground with an equally obstinate counterpart, while time pressure mounts from energy security concerns and political timelines.

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