President Trump is facing challenges in his foreign policy efforts, particularly in Ukraine and Iran. His attempts to broker deals are being hindered by several factors.
In Ukraine, Trump’s ceasefire plan, modeled after the Korean War, is not gaining traction because it doesn’t address Russia’s demand for a political framework before any ceasefire. This contrasts with the Korean War, where a ceasefire preceded political discussions.
Regarding Iran, Trump’s goal is to prevent them from developing nuclear weapons, despite U.S. intelligence reports suggesting that Iran doesn’t currently have such weapons. The difficulty lies in verifying “intent” and the fact that Iran already possesses uranium enrichment capabilities under the JCPOA.
Furthermore, feigning ignorance regarding Israel’s nuclear arsenal impacts negotiations with Iran, underscoring the imbalance and double standards in the U.S. approach. All of this is preventing the alleged deal-making genius from closing any deals.