US Max Pressure Policy Mirrors Trump Stance, Ben-Levy Explains

The analyst linked the United States’ current “maximum pressure” approach to the philosophy of the former president, who warned that Iran would face severe consequences if it escalated actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Ben-Levy said Washington aims to limit Tehran’s ability to target shipping and regional allies, while avoiding a full‑scale war. He stressed that any further Iranian provocations could trigger a larger American military response.