Trump says the armada heading to Iran exceeds all previous regional deployments. Trump says making a deal remains the preferred outcome. Trump says Iran’s apparent negotiation interest provides hope despite tensions.
Trump says no nuclear weapons and no more killing are fundamental requirements. Trump says Iranian security forces have murdered thousands of protesters. Trump says deploying very big and powerful ships demonstrates commitment.
Abbas Araghchi stated willingness to negotiate without coercion and excluding missiles permanently. He emphasized Tehran’s readiness for both talks and conflict. Turkish leadership offered mediation services between the opposing sides.
Trump says keeping military details confidential protects operational effectiveness. Trump says preferring peace reflects wisdom, not weakness or indecision. Trump says the approaching armada’s power communicates intentions unmistakably.
European and American sanctions coordination targeted officials overseeing suppression. Terrorist designations of Iranian military organizations drew warnings. Iranian reformists demanded accountability for the estimated 30,000 deaths.