Sadeq Begdeli, a lawyer and political activist, said that the White House is preparing military options for different scenarios, but because of the proximity of the U.S. elections, it is unlikely that Trump would take a major risk at this time.

He also said that, due to the Islamic Republic losing leverage, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab, it is more than ever seeking a deal, and any likely agreement would be temporary.