The White House announced in an official statement today, Tuesday, that President Donald Trump is the only person who knows the nature of the upcoming steps towards the Islamic Republic of Iran. This stance comes at a very sensitive time, with the approaching end of the deadline set by the American administration for Tehran to agree to the terms of an agreement that would end the current conflict.
In statements preceding the deadline, President Trump claimed that the goal of 'regime change' in Iran had already been achieved on the ground, pointing to the emergence of political trends he describes as 'less extreme'. Trump considered that these internal transformations might pave the way for a revolutionary event that would radically change the course of the region.
The American president emphasized in his speech that decades of what he described as 'extortion, corruption, and death' in Iran are approaching their inevitable end. He affirmed via his 'Truth Social' platform that tonight might witness the end of an entire civilization, expressing his unwillingness for that to happen despite his expectation of the worst-case scenario.
For his part, US Vice President J.D. Vance hinted at the possibility of Washington resorting to using 'new' and unprecedented tools in the context of this confrontation. International circles are awaiting 8 PM Washington time, which is the deadline for the American ultimatum directed at the Iranian leadership.
The American threats included an explicit promise of widespread destruction targeting vital civilian infrastructure across Iranian territory. The list of potential targets included strategic bridges and power generation stations, should a political agreement not be reached before the deadline expires.
On the ground, media sources reported that several sites inside Iran were subjected to strikes targeting infrastructure, including four major bridges hours before the end of the ultimatum. Air raids also targeted Kharg Island in the Gulf waters, a vital location that the Iranian oil sector primarily relies on for export operations.
In a related context, the White House quickly denied circulating reports about Washington's intention to use nuclear weapons against Iranian targets. American officials described these claims as misleading, in response to video clips attributed to Vice President J.D. Vance that were circulated on social media platforms.
On the Iranian side, press sources quoted officials in Tehran confirming that the Strait of Hormuz would not be opened in exchange for what they described as 'empty American promises'. Tehran expressed readiness to show flexibility only if it perceived a similar approach from the American side, emphasizing its categorical refusal to negotiate under threat.
The sources revealed that Pakistan continues to play the role of mediator in conveying diplomatic messages between the two parties in an attempt to defuse the crisis. However, reports indicated that the American administration has not changed its escalating tone, which complicates the chances of reaching precise understandings in the final moments.
In a firm internal reaction, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that his country would not stand idly by in the face of external threats. Ghalibaf vowed to 'cut off the finger' that extends with a threat towards the Iranian nation or tries to force it to surrender, emphasizing the armed forces' readiness to respond.
All eyes are now on the next few hours, which will determine the course of the confrontation between Washington and Tehran, amidst international fears of a comprehensive regional conflict. The question remains whether these threats fall within the policy of 'brinkmanship' or are a prelude to a large-scale military operation.
An entire civilization will die tonight, and will never return. I don't want that, but it will most likely happen.
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International anticipation as Trump's deadline for Iran approaches, White House confirms: President alone decides