Analysis: Iran is entering a state of "neither war nor peace," with the US more eager to push for an agreement than Iran

Odaily Planet Daily News According to Rob Guest Pinford, a lecturer in international security at King's College London, as the situation in the Strait of Hormuz stabilizes, Iran appears to be gradually entering a state that observers call "neither war nor peace."

Pinford pointed out: "At present, Iran's attitude is relatively stable, and it is not in a hurry to return to the negotiating table to seek the lifting of sanctions." He believes that, compared to Iran, the US side appears more determined to push for an agreement, despite Trump's occasional tough remarks. "There is a clear contradiction in the signals sent by Trump," Pinford said. "On one hand, he frequently makes strong-worded statements about restarting wars and destroying civilizations; on the other hand, he posts that an agreement is within reach."

Meanwhile, when discussing the decision-making logic of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Pinford pointed out that Netanyahu needs to prove that Israel is maintaining a tough stance against Hezbollah in Lebanon, rather than merely executing Trump's policy directives. "Netanyahu must show that he is cracking down on Hezbollah, not just following Trump's orders," he said. (Jinshi)