Trump delays Iran decision until after midterms

President Donald Trump told the UN General Assembly he faces a "big decision" on Iran, but has postponed it until after the November congressional elections, delaying a choice between destruction or a deal. Trump's speech defended the eight-month war against Iran, claiming it was nearly won despite low domestic approval. He asserted the outcome of the midterms is irrelevant to his plans, framing the delay as an attempt to defuse the war and oil prices as domestic issues. The administration argues the situation could be worse, citing the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz. This rhetoric of threats and offers mirrors past tactics, with little evidence of success.