Amid growing tensions in the Middle East, an unexpected picture is emerging: Donald Trump, who pursued the most hardline policies against Iran during his first term, is now—through indirect negotiations—laying the groundwork for what some are calling a “grand bargain” with Tehran.

Yet just as the scent of diplomacy begins to fill the air, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has escalated threats and military posturing, relentlessly warning of an “imminent attack” on Iran. This timing is no coincidence. Motivated by personal interests and political ambition, Netanyahu is sidelining even his longtime ally Trump in an attempt to sabotage this potential diplomatic breakthrough—challenging not just the deal itself, but Trump’s credibility as a global leader.

For Trump, a new agreement with Iran could serve not only as a symbolic foreign policy victory but also as a strategic tool to consolidate his domestic standing. If successful, such a deal would deliver tangible achievements for his administration, including showcasing his ability to resolve one of the world’s most complex diplomatic challenges—one he himself deepened by withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear accord in 2018. Sensing an opportunity, Trump has positioned himself as a master negotiator, setting deadlines and insisting........

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