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'No more Mr. Nice Guy!': Trump says Iran committed 'serious' ceasefire violation, still wants deal

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  • US President Donald Trump stated Iran committed a serious ceasefire violation by firing bullets, some aimed at French and UK ships.
  • Trump announced that US representatives will travel to Islamabad, Pakistan, for negotiations, warning Iran of severe consequences if a deal is not reached.
  • He expressed his belief that a peace deal is achievable, stating it will happen

The Jerusalem Post reports on President Donald Trump's strong stance regarding Iran's actions. Trump, speaking through a social media post and to reporters, declared Iran's firing of bullets as a "serious violation" of the ceasefire, specifically noting incidents involving French and UK vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

It will happen. One way or another.

— Donald TrumpTrump's statement on the inevitability of a peace deal with Iran.

Despite the violation, Trump reiterated his commitment to securing a peace deal, asserting it will happen "one way or another." He revealed that US representatives are en route to Islamabad, Pakistan, for negotiations. The President issued a stark warning, stating that if Iran does not accept the "very fair and reasonable deal" offered, the United States will target every power plant and bridge in Iran.

The nice way or the hard way. It’s going to happen. You can quote me.

— Donald TrumpTrump's assertion about the two potential paths to achieving a peace deal with Iran.

Trump's rhetoric, including the declaration "NO MORE MR. NICE GUY!" and the call for "THE IRAN KILLING MACHINE TO END!", underscores a hardening of his approach. He framed the potential action as a necessary step that previous presidents should have taken, emphasizing a desire to decisively address the long-standing issues with Iran.

Iran had committed a "total violation" of the ceasefire after Iran "decided to fire bullets"

— Donald TrumpTrump's description of Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz.
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