Unpacking Trump's Iran Policy Transition US President Donald Trump - White House Oval Office - October 19, 2017 in Washington, DC. / BRENDAN We have surpassed a roller coaster month of intense developments over the Iran nuclear deal. Discussions in Washington, and talks between Europe and the United States catapulted us all into a simple conclusion: A major global policy change was in the making. U.S. President Donald J. Trump followed suit and delivered his landmark speech last Friday. It was the first time in over 30 years that a U.S. president completely devoted a speech to announcing his policy in regards to Iran. Trump delivered America’s new comprehensive strategy vis-à-vis Iran, following months of anticipation and talks. The issue at hand is not a discussion about personal differences between George W. Bush, Barack Obama or Donald Trump. Policies have reached a dead end and long term interests have left America no choice but to adopt new poli...