Dan DePetris

Dan DePetris, a foreign affairs columnist and fellow at Defence Priorities, joins to dissect Donald Trump's recent efforts in Middle East diplomacy. They discuss the implications of Trump's claims following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. DePetris argues this is merely the first phase, highlighting Netanyahu's potential stonewalling and lack of a long-term strategy. They also evaluate Trump's fluctuating rhetoric on Iran, the risks of quick diplomatic deals, and the tension between his foreign achievements and domestic challenges.

Dan DePetris, a foreign policy analyst and senior fellow focused on U.S. strategy and the Middle East, breaks down the Strait of Hormuz crisis. He debates whether the strait is truly open, Iran's selective control, and confusion over ceasefire terms. He weighs risks of escalation, political theater around military options, and how carrots and sticks might actually pressure Tehran.