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Trump says U.S. will win Iran conflict diplomatically or militarily

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • President Trump stated the U.S. will win its conflict with Iran, either through a diplomatic agreement or military action.
  • Negotiations for a ceasefire extension and a new nuclear deal are ongoing but face delays due to Trump's demands for modifications and Iran's reluctance to concede further.
  • Tensions remain high in the Middle East, with concerns about a potential breakdown of the ceasefire, while the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution to end American involvement in the conflict.

President Donald Trump asserted that the United States will emerge victorious in its standoff with Iran, whether through diplomatic channels or military force. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump expressed confidence in the U.S. position, stating, "We are doing very well, and we will win in any way."

We are doing very well, and we will win in any way.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's statement on the U.S. position in the conflict with Iran.

Despite Trump's optimistic outlook, the situation remains precarious. While a provisional agreement to extend a ceasefire for 60 days and initiate new talks on Iran's nuclear program was reached a week prior, finalization is stalled. Trump has reportedly requested modifications, and Iran has shown no inclination to make further concessions. The risk of the ceasefire collapsing has increased, with both nations engaging in retaliatory attacks.

Trump's remarks on a potential diplomatic resolution were somewhat contradictory, as he previously suggested an agreement could be possible within the week, while Iran indicated no significant progress. He also left open the possibility of meeting with Iran's Supreme Leader, saying he would do so if an agreement was reached, and would show him respect. However, he issued a stark warning: if Iran were to kill any American soldiers, the ceasefire would end, and the U.S. would respond swiftly.

That would be a good reason. If they kill American people, I would do that very quickly.

— Donald TrumpResponding to a question about whether the ceasefire would end if Iran killed U.S. soldiers.

The broader regional tensions persist, particularly concerning Hezbollah. While Israel and Lebanon agreed to a ceasefire implementation with U.S. mediation, Hezbollah, a pro-Iranian armed group, rejected the deal. Despite this, Trump suggested Hezbollah was observing the situation and had initiated contact with the U.S. regarding a ceasefire, claiming progress was being made.

They seem to be watching the situation.

— Donald TrumpDescribing Hezbollah's stance on the ceasefire.

Domestically, the Iran conflict is becoming a political burden for Trump. The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a War Powers Resolution to halt American military action against Iran, with 215 votes in favor and 208 against. This marks the first time either chamber of Congress has passed such a resolution since Trump initiated military action. While the White House dismissed the resolution as symbolic, Trump criticized it as "unpatriotic."

It is not patriotic.

— Donald TrumpCriticizing the U.S. House of Representatives' War Powers Resolution.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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