U.S. President Donald Trump made strong statements regarding developments with Iran, emphasizing the continuation of military operations and pressure on Tehran, while maintaining his stance against any ceasefire at this time.
Trump said:
"We are doing a great job in Iran and hitting it hard"
He added:
"I believe Israel will be ready to end the war with Iran when the United States wants to end it"
Addressing the Strait of Hormuz, he said:
"We do not need the Strait of Hormuz, and Europe, China, and South Korea are the ones who need it and should be involved"
He also outlined the extent of the damage inflicted on Iran:
"Iran is finished, we destroyed everything there, and I do not want a ceasefire there"
"The Iranians no longer have a navy or an air force, nor anti-aircraft systems, and all their leaders at various levels have been killed"
Regarding global markets, Trump noted:
"I expected oil prices to be higher than they are now"
He emphasized the responsibility of other parties:
"Other countries should get involved in the Strait of Hormuz issue, and we are not using it"
On the possibility of future dialogue with Iran, he said:
"We can hold a dialogue with Iran, but I do not want a ceasefire"
He concluded by hinting at potential plans without revealing details:
"I may have a plan regarding Khark Island, but I will not talk about it"
