Trump’s demands that Iran dismantle its missile program and end proxy support are designed to be rejected, making a second strike inevitable.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Trump’s demands that Iran dismantle its missile program and end proxy support are designed to be rejected, making a second strike inevitable.
The widest bargaining space may be Iran’s regional proxies, which are tools of influence rather than existential assets. However, Tehran views its missile arsenal as a vital shield and is unlikely to dismantle it, even under threat of war.