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re: Why are we negotiating with Iran?
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:27 am to biscuitsngravy
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:27 am to biscuitsngravy
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Iran has the world by the balls keeping the strait closed.
Yes, they have everyone by the balls while their economy is completely collapsing
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Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:28 am to TheOcean
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Let their economy collapse.
Unfortunately, the economies of Japan, korea, and the EU will go down with them. Ours would not be able to withstand the adverse effects in that scenario.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:29 am to TheOcean
You should write a book on global economics and foreign policy. Incredible intuition.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:33 am to OchoDedos
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Diplomacy is a two-way street. We're dealing with wrong way drivers
It's only a two way street for countries with leaders who have to face voters about their decisions. Dictatorships don't care. Nevertheless, it has to be done to show the public you are trying to be "nice".
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:38 am to Rip Torner
There is only one thing that is bad. Anything that I have to pay for that accomplishes nothing! And right now I am paying for this war that is going to accomplish nothing without totally wiping Iran's radicals off the planet. Which was never going to happen without a total invasion like Iraq.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:39 am to Demonbengal
Wrong!!
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:40 am to TheOcean
If, in the end, Iran still has the ability to create a nuclear weapon and sponsor proxy terrorists, this misadventure truly will have been a sad waste of treasure and human life…
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:41 am to TheOcean
quote:Because the alternative is to either put tens of thousands troops on the ground in Iran or we nuke them.
Why are we negotiating with Iran?
President Trump has made it clear he has no desire to do either of those.
Me, neither.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:41 am to TheOcean
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Yes, they have everyone by the balls while their economy is completely collapsing
Which in turn, providing the Islamic Republic government with a life-line doesn’t seem the most prudent long-term option.
The future will ultimately tell the tale.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 9:41 am to Demonbengal
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Well, we can’t go full on war without congress.
20 year war on terror says Suh.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:14 am to Robcrzy
Total invasion is a horrible idea
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:15 am to TheOcean
Political theater, mostly
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:17 am to LSURussian
IMHO ground and ground support forces to conquer Iran would need to be around 100,000.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:19 am to BawtHouse
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Political theater, mostly
Some but not completely. Trump is trying to reign in energy prices ahead of the peak season when prices typically increase some due to demand. Not sure why they need another 30-60 days to finalize the nuclear deal. There should be nothing to finalize pertaining to nuclear. Should be as clear as the unconditional opening of the Strait.
This post was edited on 5/24/26 at 10:20 am
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:25 am to Rip Torner
Correct it was never going to happen which is why this is all a waste of time
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:26 am to VOR
Who could foresee you being against it and supporting the status quo with Iran? Don’t worry if the Democrats win they will fully reimburse Iran and relieve your white guilt!!
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:34 am to TheOcean
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We just keep the Strait closed
Didn’t realize we had Iranians posting on TD
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:34 am to TheOcean
Be patient, patriot. You’re going to like how this ends.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:38 am to Adam Banks
Iranians are doing great right now
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The Iranian economy is in a deep crisis, driven by severe international sanctions, geopolitical conflicts, and widespread domestic mismanagement. Inflation is estimated to exceed 60%, the national currency has plummeted to roughly 1.32 million rials per U.S. dollar, and millions of job losses have pushed a large portion of the population below the poverty line.
Key Economic Indicators & DriversInflation: The International Monetary Fund projects hyperinflation nearing nearly 69%, with food prices and everyday essentials skyrocketing. The banking system recently introduced a 10-million rial banknote to keep up with daily cash demands.
Currency Collapse: The Iranian rial has suffered sustained depreciation, leading to lost purchasing power and soaring import costs for businesses and consumers.
Oil Sector Dependencies: Iran's primary source of foreign revenue relies heavily on crude exports. China continues to act as a crucial lifeline, purchasing roughly 90% of Iran's oil and aiding in sanctions evasion.
Job Losses: Recent regional and geopolitical disruptions have heavily impacted the labor market. The Ministry of Labor estimates that over 2 million jobs have been lost, with independent union analysts estimating the number is closer to 4 million.
Structural & Domestic ChallengesIsolation and Blackouts: Frequent internet blackouts have crippled the digital and e-commerce economies, while severe banking limitations restrict foreign transactions.
Economic Squeeze: State resource allocation is disproportionately directed toward military rebuilding and maintaining essential imports (food and medicine), leaving little room for domestic industrial growth or economic relief.
Posted on 5/24/26 at 10:41 am to TheOcean
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Iranians are doing great right now
They shut down the strait.
They continue to hold the strait.
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