The political scientist assessed the US strategy towards Iran

Alexander Ermakov, a researcher at the IMEMO RAS Center for International Security, expressed the opinion that the United States maintains the same strategy: the naval blockade of Iran continues, and thus Washington seeks to increase internal pressure on Tehran and push it to make concessions.

In an interview with the Mail News on Wednesday, April 29, the expert noted that the bombing of Iran would not strengthen the US position, since an external threat, as a rule, consolidates society. According to him, prolonged strikes have not had the expected effect and their repetition will only create the impression of impotence and lack of new solutions.

According to Ermakov, Iran will continue to block the Strait of Hormuz, hoping that international pressure will force the Americans to retreat. He also noted that the reduction in energy supplies from the region is also affecting the American economy. In addition, the expert admits that the version about the US betting on an economic blockade may serve as a cover for other strategies.

"It cannot be completely ruled out that Trump is trying to convince Iran that he adheres to this plan, but in fact he will try to surprise it with an unexpected attack. For example, attacks on the new leadership or on important economic or social facilities," Ermakov said.

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Earlier in the day, The Wall Street Journal newspaper, citing sources, reported that Donald Trump had ordered the development of a plan for a long-term blockade of Iran. At the same time, the resumption of bombing or withdrawal from the conflict in the material were called more risky options for Washington.

Earlier on April 29, the American leader called on Iran to speed up the conclusion of a nuclear deal, saying that Tehran "better get smart as soon as possible." He also said that the United States does not plan to lift the naval blockade on Iran until the parties reach an agreement on the Islamic Republic's nuclear program.