Ret. Gen. Jack Keane evaluates where President Donald Trump’s Iran strategy stands after multiple days of U.S. strikes against the Iranian regime.

Retired Gen. Jack Keane on President Trump's Iran approach following U.S. strikes in early July 2026 that hit over 170 Iranian targets, including air defenses and small boats.

The strikes responded to Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with Trump declaring a prior ceasefire over while stating negotiations would continue alongside military pressure.

Keane has highlighted Trump's use of targeted bombings and threats as leverage to extract concessions from Iran, stressing the need for ongoing enforcement to counter delays and non-compliance in talks.