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2026-02-15 08:31:16
[US and Israeli Leaders Reach Consensus: Increase Pressure on Iran's Oil Sector, Simultaneously Advance Diplomatic and Military Preparations] 1. According to two informed US officials, President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reached an agreement during their White House meeting on Wednesday that the US will increase economic pressure on Iran, focusing on its oil sector. This "maximum pressure" campaign will proceed in parallel with the ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran. 2. Both sides agree on the ultimate goal of ensuring Iran cannot acquire nuclear weapons. However, they differ on the path to achieving this: Netanyahu is skeptical of reaching an effective agreement, believing that Iran will not abide by it even if it signs one; Trump, on the other hand, expressed his willingness to try diplomatic means, saying, "We'll give it a try." 3. US negotiators Witkov and Kushner briefed Trump that historical experience shows that reaching a reliable agreement with Iran is extremely difficult, but Iran's current statements are "reasonable." They pledged to continue negotiations and maintain a tough stance, and if an acceptable agreement is reached, it will be submitted to Trump for final decision. 4. At the same time, the US continues to strengthen its military deployment in the Middle East as a possible military option should diplomatic efforts fail. The US is advancing its policy toward Iran using a two-pronged approach of "diplomacy + pressure".
