Trump Dismisses Iran Negotiations, Announces Blockade Enforcement
‘I don’t care if they come back or not’: Trump dismisses Iran negotiations, says US will press ahead with blockade
The Indian Express
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US President Donald Trump stated he is indifferent about Iran's return to negotiations following unsuccessful talks in Pakistan. He confirmed that a blockade of Iranian ports will begin at 10am ET, while asserting that Iran remains desperate and will not acquire nuclear weapons.
- 01Trump expresses indifference towards Iran's return to negotiations.
- 02A blockade of Iranian ports will commence at 10am ET.
- 03The ceasefire with Iran is expected to hold until April 22.
- 04Iran's military condition is described as 'destroyed' by Trump.
- 05Trump claims the US has been 'very nice' in its approach towards Iran.
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US President Donald Trump conveyed a lack of concern regarding Iran's potential return to negotiations after talks in Pakistan did not yield a deal. Speaking at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, he stated, 'I don’t care if they come back or not,' emphasizing confidence that Iran would eventually comply with US demands. He confirmed that a blockade of Iranian ports would be enforced starting at 10am ET (14:00 GMT), while the ceasefire with Iran is expected to remain effective until April 22. Trump characterized Iran as being in 'very bad shape' and 'desperate,' asserting that the US military would not allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. He also mentioned that two US airmen evacuated from Iran are 'in very good shape.'
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The enforcement of the blockade may affect trade and economic conditions in Iran, potentially leading to increased tensions in the region.
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