US and Iran to Resume Talks in Pakistan; Trump Hopes Iran Accepts US Agreement
Former US President Donald Trump announced that US representatives would travel to Islamabad, Pakistan, to resume negotiations with Iran, following his accusation that Iran violated a ceasefire agreement by firing in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump warned of severe consequences if Iran does not accept what he calls a 'very fair and reasonable agreement.'
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According to CNN, Donald Trump posted on his social media platform 'Truth Social,' stating: 'Iran decided yesterday to open fire in the Strait of Hormuz, a complete violation of our ceasefire agreement! Many shots were aimed at a French vessel and a British cargo ship. Not very friendly, right? US representatives will depart for Islamabad, where they will be tonight, ready for discussions.'
Trump told the New York Post in an interview today that White House envoy Steve Witkoff would go to Pakistan, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner would also be involved.
Trump also stated in his post that Iran's actions around the Strait of Hormuz were counterproductive, noting: 'Iran's recent announcement to close the Strait of Hormuz is perplexing, as our 'blockade' has already closed it. Iran has inadvertently helped us; they are the ones losing $500 million a day with the closure of that waterway! The US has lost nothing.'
He added that shipping patterns have adjusted accordingly. 'In fact, many ships are heading to Texas, Louisiana, and Alaska in the US to load cargo, thanks to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) always wanting to be tough guys!'
Trump emphasized that the US has proposed what he calls a 'very fair and reasonable agreement' and issued a stern warning if negotiations break down.
He said: 'We have offered a very fair and reasonable agreement, and I hope they accept it, otherwise the United States will destroy every power plant and every bridge in Iran. No more Mr. Nice Guy!'
Trump said: 'If they don't accept this agreement, they will quickly and easily collapse, and I will be honored to carry out what should have been done long ago, what other presidents should have done to Iran over the past 47 years,' and wrote in all caps: 'NOW IS THE TIME TO END IRAN, THE KILLING MACHINE!' (Compiled by: Hung Chi-yuan) 1150419
Trump told the New York Post in an interview today that White House envoy Steve Witkoff would go to Pakistan, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner would also be involved.
Trump also stated in his post that Iran's actions around the Strait of Hormuz were counterproductive, noting: 'Iran's recent announcement to close the Strait of Hormuz is perplexing, as our 'blockade' has already closed it. Iran has inadvertently helped us; they are the ones losing $500 million a day with the closure of that waterway! The US has lost nothing.'
He added that shipping patterns have adjusted accordingly. 'In fact, many ships are heading to Texas, Louisiana, and Alaska in the US to load cargo, thanks to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) always wanting to be tough guys!'
Trump emphasized that the US has proposed what he calls a 'very fair and reasonable agreement' and issued a stern warning if negotiations break down.
He said: 'We have offered a very fair and reasonable agreement, and I hope they accept it, otherwise the United States will destroy every power plant and every bridge in Iran. No more Mr. Nice Guy!'
Trump said: 'If they don't accept this agreement, they will quickly and easily collapse, and I will be honored to carry out what should have been done long ago, what other presidents should have done to Iran over the past 47 years,' and wrote in all caps: 'NOW IS THE TIME TO END IRAN, THE KILLING MACHINE!' (Compiled by: Hung Chi-yuan) 1150419