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6 stories from Middle East Affairs.
Iranians weigh Trump's calls to resist amid shifting US priorities
Some Iranians expressing doubt about whether to heed Trump's calls to rise up against their government, citing months of shifting US policy between supporting protesters and negotiating with Tehran.
Trump threatens imminent strike on Iranian military site
President Trump said the United States may soon strike an Iranian military site, as administration officials signaled economic and military pressure on Tehran.
Trump says Iran seeks talks; Tehran sets conditions
President Trump said Iran is seeking negotiations, while Iran's foreign minister outlined conditions for resuming diplomacy.
Trump says Iran wants talks; Tehran says U.S. must change approach
President Trump said Iran is seeking a deal, while Tehran's foreign minister said resuming talks requires the U.S. to end its pressure campaign and respect Iranian rights.
Trump says Hormuz remains open after mine clearing
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz remains open as U.S. forces clear mines laid by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Trump says Iran threat to shipping has faded
President Trump said Iran's response to U.S. actions is restrained, as CENTCOM's commander announced the clearing of sea mines from shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.