Ali Reza Namovar Haghighi, a political analyst, told Iran International that economic pressure has reduced the Islamic Republic’s ability to create disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and that divisions within the power structure have weakened Tehran’s position vis-à-vis Washington.

He added that the nuclear issue remains the most important matter of interest for Donald Trump, and that the disagreement between the two sides over nuclear incentives could lead to an increase in tensions between Iran and the United States in the coming weeks.