Trump says the armada approaches Iran exceeding the Venezuelan force that captured President Maduro. Trump says making a deal remains the preference despite preparations for potential military action. Trump says Tehran appears willing to negotiate based on recent communications and diplomatic signals. Trump says the deployment’s peak represents maximum pressure designed to force Iranian compliance. Trump says this level of military presence leaves no doubt about American capabilities or intentions.
Trump says nuclear weapons development and the murder of protesters must cease immediately. Trump says thousands of Iranian citizens have been killed systematically by security forces. Trump says the naval presence demonstrates American determination to address both issues definitively. Trump says the Venezuela operation provides a template for potential action if diplomacy fails. Trump says Iranian leadership must understand the stakes and make appropriate decisions.
Iranian officials signaled conditional openness to negotiations while maintaining firm red lines. Foreign Minister Araghchi excluded missile programs from discussions under any circumstances whatsoever. Regional powers offered dialogue facilitation to prevent the crisis from spiraling into conflict. Turkey’s unique position allowed it to communicate with both sides credibly. Diplomatic efforts intensified as military deployments reached their maximum extent.
Trump says military details remain confidential to protect strategic advantages and operational security. Trump says avoiding military action would be ideal depending on Iranian cooperation. Trump says the current deployment represents unprecedented concentration of American naval power. Trump says Venezuela demonstrated that American military operations can succeed with minimal casualties. Trump says Iran faces a choice between negotiation and potential consequences similar to Venezuela.
International sanctions expanded to include Iranian officials overseeing the brutal protest suppression. European designations of Revolutionary Guards as terrorists drew warnings of reciprocal treatment. Reform movements within Iran demanded independent investigations and government accountability. Bereaved families sought basic dignity and the right to mourn victims publicly. The crisis tested whether diplomacy could succeed under maximum military pressure.