Trump lets 60-day deadline for Iran peace deal expire, threatens to ‘bomb’ Oman

President Donald Trump has declared an end to a 60-day memorandum of understanding with Iran, stating he will not seek an extension. The agreement, brokered by Pakistan and signed on June 17, aimed to resolve a conflict and reopen commercial navigation through the critical Strait of Hormuz. However, the negotiations faltered as both nations accused each other of breaching the terms.

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they’re not going to make the kind of a deal that I feel is necessary

Trump informed reporters that Iran desires a deal but not one that meets his administration's requirements. He firmly reiterated his long-standing position that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons is a non-negotiable aspect of any potential agreement. This stance remains a central pillar of his foreign policy regarding Iran.

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Look, we’re in there for one reason: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon … and they won’t have a nuclear weapon

The U.S. president also floated the idea of formally designating the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory. "I like the idea of declaring it a territory. We have total control of the strait," Trump commented, underscoring his administration's assertive approach to controlling vital global waterways. This statement signals a potential escalation in U.S. assertiveness in the region.

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I like the idea of declaring it a territory. We have total control of the strait.