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Middle EastPublished: 16 July 2026 at 07:37

Former US Ambassador: Iran Miscalculated Trump's Resolve

A former US ambassador says Iran misjudged President Trump's determination, leading to the heaviest nightly strikes between the US and Iran since the Memorandum of Understanding.

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A former United States ambassador has stated that Iran miscalculated the resolve of President Donald Trump. This error in judgment, according to the diplomat, has resulted in a severe escalation of hostilities in the region.

The nightly strikes between the US and Iran have become the most intense since the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). These attacks indicate a significant rise in tensions, surpassing any previous period after the agreement was reached. The diplomatic path appears to have weakened, with military confrontations becoming more frequent.

Analysts note that Iranian leadership may have expected a different response from the US administration, but the reality has proven otherwise. It remains unclear whether the situation can be resolved through diplomatic means or if further escalation is inevitable.

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