WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump announced that three US Navy destroyers successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz despite attacks from Iranian forces, with no damage sustained to the American ships.
In a statement on the social media platform Truth Social, Trump said that while the Iranian attack targeted the destroyers, the missiles and drones launched were intercepted and neutralized without harming the US vessels. He added that the American forces destroyed the small attacking Iranian boats, which sank in the water.
Trump described the Iranian drone strikes as ineffective, claiming they fell into the sea “like butterflies,” and criticized Iran’s leadership, calling them “madmen” who would use nuclear weapons if given the chance. He warned that Iran would not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
He also said that the US has delivered a “knockout” to Iran, and if diplomatic deals are not signed, even harsher measures could follow.
Trump: Iran ready to end nuclear program, positive talks underway
Earlier, US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is now willing to halt its nuclear program and engage in negotiations on multiple matters. Speaking to the media from the Oval Office, Trump described the recent discussions with Iran as “very positive” and suggested that the country is eager to reach a deal.
According to Trump, American troops managed to undermine the military power of Iran, which included, in particular, its air force, navy, missiles, and radars. In addition to that, Trump pointed out that some of the most important Iranian figures were destroyed during the conflict, which can be considered regime change.
“The whole thing is very simple – Iran should not have nuclear weapons at all. We are powerful enough now and have already accomplished much. Within the last 24 hours, we had a good negotiation with Iran,” said the US President. Moreover, he mentioned that earlier negotiations didn’t lead to any results, but this time he’s sure that a new agreement will be made.
Donald Trump answered journalists’ questions concerning the rumour about the next 30 days being the deadline.
