Washington, June 6. U.S. President Donald Trump stated that no final agreement has been reached yet to end the ongoing war with Iran, as the Iranian leadership is 'strong' and 'proud', but ultimately they will have no option but to agree.
Trump made these remarks in an interview with NBC News, indicating that while Iran is strong and filled with pride, they will have to do things they never thought they would have to do. He noted that they have no options, although it may take some time. Trump's comments come as negotiations to end the war between the U.S. and Iran have entered their fourth month.
The ceasefire established in April is still holding, but diplomatic deadlock remains between the two countries. Recently, tensions have escalated due to military actions by both sides around the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the ceasefire. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Congress members that the military operation conducted by the Trump administration, named 'Operation Epic Fury', has concluded.
He stated that the recent U.S. military actions were entirely defensive and were in response to Iranian attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio emphasized that to protect their forces, they target not only drones but also those who launch them. He stated that if they do not attack ships, they will not take action, but responding is a necessity.
Trump and his Republican administration have consistently claimed that military actions against Iran, in collaboration with Israel, were necessary to halt its nuclear and ballistic missile programs. According to U.S. assessments, damage has been inflicted on Iran's nuclear and missile infrastructure, but its large stockpile of highly enriched uranium and thousands of drones and missiles still maintain its military capability. The war has led to a significant increase in oil and gas prices in global and U.S. markets.
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have increased pressure on the U.S. to end the conflict. Trump also targeted critics who demand a quick agreement, stating that resolving such matters takes years. He remarked that these individuals have been fighting for 47 years and have continued to kill Americans.
He noted that many U.S. soldiers have been seriously injured due to the Iranian leadership, and this conflict has been ongoing for a long time. Trump compared the duration of the conflict to the Vietnam War, stating that he is moving very quickly and that it has only been three months. The Vietnam War lasted 19 years, and people are asking him when victory will come.
Trump reiterated that the U.S. has inflicted significant damage on Iran's military capabilities, claiming that they have destroyed most of their drone factories, launching pads, and missile production centers. He estimated that Iran retains about 21 to 22 percent of its original missile capability.
Trump acknowledged that this number is still significant but is much lower compared to the time when the war began. Recent attacks by Iran in the Persian Gulf region, targeting Kuwait International Airport and U.S. ships in the Oman Sea, indicate that Tehran still possesses effective drone and missile capabilities.
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