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Let me give you the bottomline up front… Despite positive developments in expanding the ceasefire to include Lebanon and Hezbollah, the Trump administration announced new sanctions on Iran that will end any chance of negotiations with Iran. Unless Trump reverses course, the US is likely to renew its attacks on Iran and will exacerbate the international economic crisis that was ignited by the closing of the Strait of Hormuz.

What a crazy day for intense diplomacy and deal making. Initially, there was a glimmer of hope. It started with the announcement of a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel, but it was unclear whether that included Hezbollah. By 5 pm eastern daylight time, it was affirmed that this applied to Hezbollah and Israel, although the two sides continued firing at each other until the witching hour arrived.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman, Ismael Baqaei, welcomed the development:............more...........