The clock is ticking in Washington and Tehran. With midterm elections approaching, pressure is building on President Donald Trump — from the left and the isolationist right — to wind down the war against Iran. He should resist it. Because time is on America’s side. As Trump has correctly argued, the Islamic Republic is reeling — squeezed by the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and battered by the devastating effects of Operation Epic Fury. That creates a rare opening. Washington can force Tehran to accept permanent nuclear and missile concessions, or confront the growing risk of regime collapse. So far, Trump has shown admirable resolve. And the campaign has delivered major results. Hundreds of senior Iranian commanders and officials are dead. Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, air defenses, ballistic missile program, navy, and defense industry have all been heavily degraded . But the economic blow may prove even more dangerous to the regime. Iran’s regional escape routes are closing.…