The end of the Iran cease-fire: Letters to the Editor July 10, 2026
Once again, President Trump has resumed military strikes on Iran (“Time for talk is Don,” Mark Dubowitz, July 9).I believe that he wanted to prove to the skeptics that he offered every diplomatic solution possible to a regime that is hell-bent on “death to America,” and for that matter, to Trump himself.I truly hope he demonstrates the fortitude to finish the job this time.The Iranians have proven time and again that they are not to be trusted and their promises are worthless.The Memorandum of Understanding is as good as toilet paper.Bo MaddenJupiter, Fla.Given the duplicity and deception of the ruthless and rabid theocrats and terrorists in the Strait of Hormuz, renewed military force and sanctions by the United States regrettably have become necessary.This isn’t the first time America has had to silence a regime threatening lives and shipping in an international navigable waterway.
In 1805, Thomas Jefferson ordered a small force of Marines and mercenaries to topple Derna, a port city near Tripoli, the base for pirates who attacked shipping in the Mediterranean.Then as now, diplomacy was tried first, but the only way to persuade Middle Eastern despots to cease their aggression is a show of strength, iron will and — when called for — overwhelming force.Ira CohenWeston, Fla.Trump has shown extraordinary patience in his efforts to reach a peaceful settlement with Iran.Now it’s apparent that negotiating with psychopathic religious zealots is not possible.The president was absolutely correct to address the clear threat posed by a nuclear Iran.With Trump in office and our military in place, there is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to destroy the existential threat Iran poses to the United States.
Do it now, Mr.President.Robert MangiGarden CityLike most bullies, Iran needs to be put in its place.
Giving a bully space and freedom to behave as it so wishes can only lead to mayhem and endless suffering.Iran should not be coddled; it must be shown that it ...