- President Trump told the NY Post he’s preparing to resume military strikes on Iran, saying he’s loading U.S. naval ships with advanced weaponry, should upcoming peace negotiations fail.
- Trump indicated he would have a clearer understanding of his next steps within 24 hours, ahead of peace talks scheduled to take place in Islamabad.
- Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner are set to lead the U.S. delegation in negotiations with Iranian officials in Pakistan.
- Trump expressed skepticism about Iran's sincerity in the talks and warned of "complete decimation" if a deal is not reached, contrasting with Vance's more optimistic but cautious stance.
- Trump criticized Iran for allegedly charging fees to tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, deeming it "dishonorable" and demanding the waterway remain open without restrictions.
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