CGTN

US President Donald Trump has told aides he is willing to end the war on Iran even if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. This may be the clearest signal yet that he wants to bring the conflict to a swift conclusion. At the same time, he has warned that Iranian energy infrastructure – including desalination plants – could be targeted if a deal is not reached soon. Meanwhile, the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt have met in Islamabad, pledging support for renewed peace efforts. So what is Washington's next move? Is the US preparing to exit regardless of the consequences? Or, is it keeping military options open as more troops arrive in the region? Can diplomatic efforts from other countries help ease tensions? Guests in this edition of Dialogue are Peter Kuznick from American University, Ghanbar Naderi, a journalist and political commentator, and Serkan Oral, a political analyst and writer. 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated with our …