With Donald Trump becoming President again in America, the situation in West Asia has become tense again. New sanctions are being imposed on Iran, military threats have intensified and strictness is also being increased on the trade front. The big question amidst all this is whether America wants a conflict with Iran or is the politics of oil, China and global power hidden behind it.
Trump has been strict before also
In his first term, Trump had adopted a very tough stance against Iran. America pulled out of the nuclear deal and imposed heavy economic sanctions on Iran. This had a direct impact on Iran’s economy and oil sales fell badly. Now after returning to power, Trump is busy intensifying the same policy.
Sound of war and internal instability
In the middle of the year 2025, there was a war between Israel and Iran for a few days, in which America supported Israel. Iran’s military power was damaged in this confrontation, although it also retaliated. After this, in the beginning of 2026, the situation inside Iran started deteriorating. People troubled by inflation and unemployment took to the streets, which increased the pressure on the government.
America’s stance regarding demonstrations
Trump publicly supported the protests taking place in Iran, but experts believe that this is not support but a strategy. Taking advantage of the weakening situation, America wants to further isolate Iran on the international stage.
venezuelan policy
America had earlier adopted a similar policy in Venezuela. There, sanctions were imposed for a long time, the regime was weakened and then the way was cleared for American oil companies. Oil was the biggest reason in this entire process. Now experts believe that America wants to do something similar in the case of Iran.
Iran’s oil and China connection
Iran is among the big countries of the world in terms of oil production. However, due to sanctions, its oil exports have been limited and China is buying a major part of whatever oil is being sold. The Trump administration considers China as its main rival, so by increasing pressure on Iran, it also wants to shock China’s energy supply.
New strategy: economic siege
The Trump government has started a policy of imposing additional taxes on countries purchasing oil from Iran. Along with this, the ships through which Iran secretly sells oil are also being monitored. The presence of the US Navy has been increased in the Gulf region, so that Iran’s activities can be controlled.
Why is America avoiding direct war?
Although the rhetoric is sharp, America wants to avoid open war for the time being. If there is a major war and the Strait of Hormuz is closed, oil prices could skyrocket. This will affect the entire world, including America itself.
what is the real motive
Experts believe that the main reason for putting pressure on Iran is not terrorism, but economic and strategic interests. America wants Iran to either compromise on new terms or become so weak that its policy can be changed. The most important thing in this whole game is the competition between oil, China and global power.
Danger may increase further
If the situation worsens, the entire Middle East may fall prey to it. Iran-backed groups may become active and the global economy may be affected. Countries like India may also have to face expensive oil and rising inflation. At present the world is waiting for Trump’s next step and Iran’s reaction.
