Trump's claim of 'low-keying' negotiations reignites debate over US policy towards Iran

US President Donald Trump's statement about "low-keying" the Iran issue has sparked renewed debate on Washington's policy towards Tehran. Channel 13 News commentator Suleiman Maswadeh, speaking on 103FM, cautioned against definitive interpretations of Trump's remarks, stating, "Tomorrow it could be different, and the day after tomorrow he could change course again." Maswadeh suggested that Trump's approach is influenced by US domestic politics, particularly the upcoming midterm elections, and his satisfaction with the economic pressure on Iran. He also highlighted a significant gap between initial negotiation aspirations and the current reality, noting, "We were at the memorandum of understanding... Now we're talking about an agreement that is actually below the level of the memorandum of understanding." Despite current reassurances, Maswadeh believes escalation remains possible due to Trump's unpredictability and provocative Iranian statements. He also briefly touched upon Israel's strong military position in Gaza despite Hamas's gradual rebuilding and allegations against Rambam Health Care Campus staff, which he linked to Likud primaries.