Jack Keane

Retired Gen. Jack Keane stated the U.S. must prevent Iran from maintaining control of the Strait of Hormuz. He warned that a major Iranian attack would likely lead to U.S. combat operations.

Ret. Gen. Jack Keane stated the US-Iran memorandum of understanding signals a shift in the Trump administration's Middle East priorities from military to economic and political objectives.

Jack Keane, chairman of the Institute for the Study of War, criticized ongoing Iran nuclear talks as a waste of time, asserting that Iran is playing a game. He urged Trump to accept there is no imminent Iran deal.

Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warned that Iran may be using nuclear negotiations to delay and buy time while the Trump administration pauses military strikes. Ortagus argued the current administration has more leverage than predecessors in dealing with Iran and encouraged Trump not to fall into Iran's stalling tactics. The warning comes as Trump extends diplomatic talks while continuing pressure on Iran's nuclear program and regional activities.

Former Trump envoy Morgan Ortagus warns that Iran may be using nuclear negotiations to buy time and stall while preserving leverage. She encourages President Trump to avoid falling into what she describes as a typical Iranian negotiating tactic of prolonging talks. Ortagus expresses confidence in Trump's current negotiating team, arguing they have more leverage than previous administrations.

Retired four-star Army Gen. Jack Keane predicts US combat operations with Iran are inevitable due to Tehran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian cruise missiles targeted Navy ships and merchant ships, which the US shot down. A shaky ceasefire is in place.

Retired four-star Army Gen. Jack Keane predicted Iran will delay U.S. negotiations to exert pressure on President Trump, with peace deal prospects appearing unlikely. The 60-day conflict shows no immediate resolution as Iran's strategy remains focused on prolonging talks.