An informed source responded to Iran's "Tasnim" Agency regarding recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump concerning the imposition of a naval blockade on Iran and restrictions on ship movement through the Strait of Hormuz.
اضافة اعلان
The source told Tasnim: "Such threats from Trump no longer carry any impact or credibility. If these threats were effective, Trump would not be in a state of helplessness, seeking a ceasefire in the war."
Warnings of Regional Escalation
The source emphasized that these positions do not help resolve issues. Instead, "Trump should worry that with these reckless and unwise actions, and by occupying himself with such threats, he might also lose the Bab al-Mandab Strait. This could cause global energy transport and trade in this region to face even greater and more costly challenges."
This warning follows threats by Trump demanding that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz, claiming that Tehran's actions have caused global anxiety, turmoil, and suffering. The U.S. President also announced a naval blockade on the strait, hinting at "destroying what remains of Iran."
Trump’s Economic and Military Threats
During a press briefing, when asked if he would strike Iran more severely if it did not abandon its nuclear efforts, Trump replied: "Yes, I will. I could wipe out Iran in a day; we could cut off their electricity for ten years." He further warned that what awaits Iran economically would be "worse than what happened in Venezuela."
Stalled Negotiations in Islamabad
These developments come amid the stumbling of negotiations between the United States and Iran held in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad.
U.S. Position: Vice President J.D. Vance announced the failure to reach an agreement, asserting that Washington "will not compromise on its red lines" and that "the ball is now in Iran's court."
Iranian Position: Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stressed that his country entered negotiations in good faith, citing a lack of trust in the American side due to past experiences.
Diplomatic Status: Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that while the talks in Pakistan saw understandings on some issues, a final agreement was not reached.
