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Trump accuses Iran of 'total violation' of ceasefire, threatens new attacks unless it takes deal

From Kathmandu Post · (4d ago) English Critical tone

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  • President Trump accused Iran of violating the ceasefire by firing on ships near the Strait of Hormuz and threatened to destroy Iran's infrastructure if a deal is not accepted.
  • Iran had announced it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz but reversed the decision after the US maintained a blockade on Iranian shipping.
  • Despite threats, US officials are returning to Pakistan for further talks, though previous negotiations ended without a breakthrough.

President Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, accusing them of a "total violation" of the ceasefire agreement after reports of firing on ships near the Strait of Hormuz. The President made it clear that the United States will not tolerate such aggression and is prepared to take decisive action.

We’re offering a very ‌fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's threat to Iran if they do not accept his proposed deal.

"NO MORE MR. NICE GUY!" Trump declared on social media, threatening to "knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran" if they do not accept the "very fair and reasonable DEAL" being offered. This strong stance comes after Iran's announcement to reopen the vital waterway was quickly reversed, following the US blockade of Iranian shipping.

NO MORE MR. NICE GUY!

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's declaration of a tougher stance towards Iran.

Despite the heightened tensions and threats of renewed bombing, the US is sending envoys back to Pakistan for further talks. This marks the first official confirmation of resumed negotiations after the initial round ended without a breakthrough. Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has indicated that significant differences remain on nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, the primary sticking points.

Iran decided ​to fire bullets yesterday in the Strait of Hormuz — A Total Violation of our Ceasefire Agreement! That wasn’t nice, was it?

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's accusation of Iran violating the ceasefire.

The situation remains volatile. The de facto closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles a fifth of global oil shipments, has caused unprecedented shock to energy supplies and sent oil prices soaring. While a brief announcement of its reopening had spurred market optimism, the continued blockage could lead to renewed volatility. The ongoing conflict, now in its eighth week, has resulted in thousands of casualties and regional instability.

We’re offering a very ‌fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge, in Iran.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's threat to Iran if they do not accept his proposed deal.
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