Trump: It would be good to resolve issues with the Iranian government 'without an Israeli attack'

On Thursday, February 4, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, stated, "If we can resolve issues with [the Islamic Republic] of Iran without Israel targeting military facilities, that would be good." He did not provide further details on this matter. During his first term, Trump implemented a 'maximum pressure' policy against Tehran, which he claimed had left the Iranian government without funds to support Hezbollah and other proxy groups. Trump also expressed his willingness to visit Saudi Arabia, but only if the Saudis invest in the United States. In another part of his remarks to reporters at the White House, he stated he wants an immediate meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump added that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has also told him he is ready to reach an agreement to end the war. Donald Trump mentioned that China has significant influence over Russia and that China pays a lot for energy exported from Russia. Trump's comments come amid speculation that Israel may attack Iran's nuclear facilities to counter the threat posed by the Islamic Republic. Additionally, the worsening economic situation in Iran was highlighted on Thursday with the rial falling further and the dollar exceeding 84,000 tomans. The Wall Street Journal reported on January 6 that while the Islamic Republic faces severe economic crises domestically and setbacks in the Middle East in 2024, the new year will also be difficult for it as it confronts the new Trump administration. The American newspaper noted that the ongoing problems of the Islamic Republic since 2022, following widespread unrest after the death of Mahsa Amini in the custody of the 'morality police', represent the biggest challenge for its leaders. John Ratcliffe was confirmed by the Senate as the head of the Central Intelligence Agency. Julani: The Islamic Republic of Iran and Hezbollah are no longer present in Syria. The Wall Street Journal: Trump's team is working on new sanctions and options for attacking the Islamic Republic. Trump: Houthis will be added to the list of foreign terrorist organizations.