Talks Collapse in Pakistan After 21 Hours
US President Donald Trump announced a major escalation after peace talks between the United States and Iran failed in Pakistan. He said the negotiations lasted around 21 hours, but ended without an agreement. Trump blamed Iran for refusing to drop its nuclear ambitions and said Tehran remains unwilling to compromise.
Trump Says Iran Is in ‘Very Bad Shape’
Speaking to reporters outside Air Force One, Trump claimed Iran is currently in “very bad shape.” He said Iran’s military strength has weakened and its missile supplies have reduced. Trump also said the US understands the situation better than anyone else and warned Iran against continuing its current path.
Strait of Hormuz Blockade to Begin Monday
Trump confirmed that a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz will begin at 10 AM Monday (local time). He said the US will stop ships from entering or exiting the key oil route. Trump added that other nations are also working with Washington to ensure Iran cannot sell oil through the region.
Truth Social Post Signals Stronger US Action
Earlier, Trump posted on Truth Social that the US Navy will start blocking “any and all ships” trying to pass through the Strait. He called Iran’s actions “world extortion” and warned that no ship paying an “illegal toll” to Iran would get safe passage. Iran, however, blamed the US for making “unreasonable demands” during the Islamabad talks.
