US President Donald Trump revealed rapid field and political developments in the confrontation with Tehran, confirming that American forces succeeded in neutralizing the Iranian navy, which was classified as the strongest force in the region. Trump explained in a speech in Florida that military operations led to the sinking of 159 Iranian naval vessels, stressing that Washington will not withdraw from the region before fully completing its missions and ensuring stability.
Regarding previous Iranian threats to close international waterways, the US President indicated that his country had gained control over the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iranian threats. He added that Tehran did not achieve any gains from its attempts at maritime blackmail, but rather found itself isolated and besieged in the most strategic waterways it had threatened to close to global trade.
On the diplomatic front, Trump dropped a bombshell by announcing that the US administration is receiving continuous communications from various Iranian figures offering to conclude bilateral deals. These communications, according to the American view, reflect a state of confusion or a desire to find exits to the current crisis away from traditional official channels, which appear to have reached a dead end for now.
Trump stressed the firm American stance of preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons under any circumstances. He considered that Iran's possession of this technology represents an existential and direct threat not only to Israel but also extends its danger to all countries in the Middle East and the European continent, which Washington and its allies categorically reject.
In his assessment of Iranian military capabilities, the US President acknowledged the effectiveness of drones produced by Tehran, but reassured allies that the United States has developed advanced defensive and offensive technologies to counter them. He confirmed that military efforts have already succeeded in destroying about 85% of Iran's production capacity for new missiles and drone factories.
Despite the heavy blows, Trump noted that Tehran still retains some limited military capabilities that it is trying to maneuver with. He explained that the current American strategy focuses on undermining the remaining military infrastructure to ensure that the Iranian regime is unable to launch large-scale attacks or threaten the region's security and stability.
Regarding the negotiation path, Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the recent offers made by the Iranian leadership, describing them as not meeting American aspirations. He indicated that negotiations are not currently moving in the desired direction, attributing this to clear divisions and differences in viewpoints among Iranian leaders themselves, which complicates the process of reaching a unified agreement.
The US President explained that Washington finds itself compelled to deal with multiple parties within the Iranian ruling system, which hinders progress in talks. He considered that the absence of unity in decision-making in Tehran reflects the extent of internal and external pressures facing the regime, stressing that the United States will continue its pressures until an offer that fully guarantees American interests is obtained.
For its part, media sources revealed Iranian movements through the Pakistani mediator, where Tehran presented a new offer aimed at resuming direct negotiations with Washington. The Iranian offer includes specific conditions for ending the state of war and reaching a comprehensive agreement, in an attempt to alleviate the burden of sanctions and military pressures exerted by the Trump administration.
Reports indicate that the Iranian proposal includes a willingness to fully open the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a permanent ceasefire, with the nuclear issue being postponed to later stages. However, this proposal still seems far from American demands, which insist on addressing all issues, including the nuclear program and missile activity, as an indivisible package.
We cannot allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons because it will use them against Israel, the Middle East, and Europe.
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Trump reveals Iranian offers for deals and confirms destruction of majority of Tehran's military capabilities