US Policy Shift Toward Iran Signals Increased Pressure Post-Midterms

U.S. President Donald Trump has significantly altered his rhetoric regarding Iran in recent months, with security and political analyst Sagiv Asulin suggesting that the possibility of regime change in Tehran is now a more prominent consideration. Asulin believes that following the upcoming U.S. midterm elections, Trump will feel less political pressure and be freer to act decisively against Iran.

"The Iranians know that after the midterm elections, President Trump is freed from any political pressure and will actually be free to do whatever he wants," Asulin explained in an interview. He noted a marked increase in Trump's public statements about overthrowing the Iranian regime, remarks that were previously unvoiced.

Asulin connected these developments to recent regional events, including Saudi Arabia's rerouting of oil pipelines to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and Houthi activities in the Bab-el-Mandeb strait. He interprets these actions as part of an Iranian effort to exert economic pressure on the U.S. during the sensitive pre-election period.

Regarding Israel's stance, Asulin stated that from Jerusalem's perspective, the conflict with Iran is far from over. "Israel would want the Iranians to respond. Not for any political reason, but because there is an enemy trying to destroy us, and it has not yet been destroyed," he said.

Asulin anticipates that the escalating tensions across various fronts could lead to significant events in the coming month and a half, warning of potential major developments.