Trump: Unwilling to Extend Ceasefire, US Intercepts 'Gift' Ship from China to Iran
US President Trump stated in a CNBC interview that he is unwilling to extend the ceasefire with Iran, accusing Tehran of attempting to replenish military supplies during the truce. He also revealed that the US military intercepted a ship carrying a 'gift' from China to Iran, expressing surprise as it contradicted an agreement with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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(Central News Agency, Washington, 21st, comprehensive foreign reports) US President Trump stated in an interview with financial media CNBC today that he is unwilling to extend the ceasefire with Iran, and accused Tehran of attempting to replenish military supplies during the ceasefire. He also stated that the US military intercepted a ship carrying a "gift" from China to Iran.
When asked if he would consider extending the ceasefire, Trump responded: "I don't want to do that. We don't have that much time."
Trump emphasized that the US has the upper hand in negotiations and will eventually reach what he calls a "great deal."
Reuters reported that Washington expressed confidence that US-Iran talks could be held in Pakistan. A senior Iranian official, however, revealed that Tehran is considering whether to attend the negotiations.
Whether further peace talks between the US and Iran will be held remains uncertain. Trump mentioned that if an agreement with Tehran cannot be reached soon, the US military will resume its offensive against Iran.
He said: "I expect bombing to commence, because I think it's better to negotiate with that attitude. We are ready, I mean, the military is eager to go."
AFP reported that Trump also told CNBC that the ship intercepted by the US military was carrying "a gift from China," and its contents were "not very friendly."
Trump admitted, "I was a little surprised," because he thought he had a "consensus" with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
China and Iran have had close ties for many years, but Trump announced a week ago that Xi Jinping had assured him that China would not send weapons to Iran. (Editor: Hong Pei-ying) 1150421
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(Central News Agency, Washington, 21st, comprehensive foreign reports) US President Trump stated in an interview with financial media CNBC today that he is unwilling to extend the ceasefire with Iran, and accused Tehran of attempting to replenish military supplies during the ceasefire. He also stated that the US military intercepted a ship carrying a "gift" from China to Iran.
When asked if he would consider extending the ceasefire, Trump responded: "I don't want to do that. We don't have that much time."
Trump emphasized that the US has the upper hand in negotiations and will eventually reach what he calls a "great deal."
Reuters reported that Washington expressed confidence that US-Iran talks could be held in Pakistan. A senior Iranian official, however, revealed that Tehran is considering whether to attend the negotiations.
Whether further peace talks between the US and Iran will be held remains uncertain. Trump mentioned that if an agreement with Tehran cannot be reached soon, the US military will resume its offensive against Iran.
He said: "I expect bombing to commence, because I think it's better to negotiate with that attitude. We are ready, I mean, the military is eager to go."
AFP reported that Trump also told CNBC that the ship intercepted by the US military was carrying "a gift from China," and its contents were "not very friendly."
Trump admitted, "I was a little surprised," because he thought he had a "consensus" with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
China and Iran have had close ties for many years, but Trump announced a week ago that Xi Jinping had assured him that China would not send weapons to Iran. (Editor: Hong Pei-ying) 1150421
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