Trump: 'US Defeated Iran.' Tehran: 'For Us, the War Isn't Over With the Ceasefire'
Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- President Trump claimed the U.S. militarily defeated Iran and that Iran admitted to being 'on the verge of collapse,' seeking to reopen Hormuz.
- Iran's army spokesperson stated that for them, the war is not over despite the ceasefire, expressing distrust in the U.S. and maintaining readiness.
- The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump instructed his team to prepare for a prolonged blockade of Iran to pressure it into capitulating on its nuclear program.
President Trump declared a decisive military victory over Iran, asserting that Tehran has acknowledged its 'collapse' and wishes to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. This bold statement, made during a dinner with King Charles, suggests a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape, according to the U.S. president. However, this narrative is sharply contrasted by Iran's own pronouncements.
Noi non consideriamo la guerra finita dal giorno in cui i combattimenti si sono fermati e c'รจ stato il cessate il fuoco. Non ci fidiamo degli Usa e dei nostri nemici. Abbiamo continuato allo stesso modo rispetto a quando era in corso la guerra ad aggiornare la nostra lista di bersagli. Abbiamo continuato l'addestramento e usato l'esperienza della guerra e abbiamo sia prodotto che aggiornato i nostri equipaggiamenti. Per noi, la situazione รจ ancora una situazione di guerra.
Iran's military spokesperson, Mohammad Akraminia, conveyed a starkly different message, stating that for Iran, the conflict is far from over. He emphasized a continued state of war readiness, distrust of the U.S. and its allies, and ongoing efforts to update military capabilities. This defiant stance underscores Iran's resolve not to be dictated by U.S. pressure, framing the situation as an ongoing struggle rather than a concluded defeat.
Li abbiamo sconfitti militarmente
Adding another layer to the escalating tensions, The Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump is preparing his administration for a sustained blockade against Iran. This strategy aims to cripple Iran's economy and force its capitulation on the nuclear issue. U.S. officials cited in the report suggest that Trump views this prolonged economic pressure as a less risky alternative to military strikes or withdrawal.
A seguito della campagna di massima pressione, l'inflazione a Teheran รจ raddoppiata e la sua valuta si รจ rapidamente deprezzata. L'isola di Kharg, il principale terminale di esportazione petrolifera iraniano, sta per raggiungere la sua capacitร massima di stoccaggio, il che costringerร il regime a ridurre la produzione di petrolio, con conseguente perdita di entrate pari a circa 170 milioni di dollari al giorno e danni permanenti alle infrastrutture petrolifere iraniane.
This situation highlights a significant divergence in perspectives. While the U.S. administration projects an image of overwhelming victory and control, Iran insists on its continued resistance and a state of ongoing conflict. The international community watches closely as these opposing narratives unfold, with Iran's strategic response to the intensified U.S. pressure remaining a critical point of focus. The differing interpretations of the situation reveal the deep-seated mistrust and the complex dynamics at play between the two nations.
Il presidente Trump ha incaricato i suoi collaboratori di prepararsi a un blocco prolungato dell'Iran, hanno riferito funzionari statunitensi, prendendo di mira le casse del regime in un tentativo ad alto rischio di costringerlo alla capitolazione sul nucleare che Teheran ha a lungo rifiutato.
Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.