Donald Trump reported on Monday that the US are capable of completely destroying Iran in a very short time, suggesting that a crucial minute may come as early as Tuesday night for Wednesday. He reminded that the deadline for Iran to make a decision was set on Tuesday at 20 a.m. east U.S. time, or 2 a.m. Polish time.
The president of the United States warned that if Tehran did not agree to an agreement, He won't have power plants, bridges, and he'll return to the Stone Age.. According to him, American forces would be able to destruct key elements of Iran's infrastructure within hours, including bridges and power plants. At the same time, he pointed out that this was not his preferred script and stressed that diplomatic talks with Iran were inactive underway. He besides expressed hope that the Iranian side would take the negotiations fairly.
Donald Trump besides added that 1 of the fundamental conditions for a possible agreement must be to guarantee the free transport of oil. He pointed out that it was peculiarly crucial for him to keep the Ormuz Strait open. He besides stated that it was the United States – as the winner of the war – that should in future decide on any charges for utilizing this strategical maritime way alternatively than Iran.
Trump again made it clear that his trust in NATO remains limited, identifying the Alliance as a weak and unreliable structure. He expressed discontent with the attitude of Australia, Japan and South Korea, accusing these countries of not supporting the United States during the war with Iran. At the same time, he welcomed the Gulf States, distinguishing Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United arabian Emirates, Bahrain and Kuwait.
Chamenei: These crimes against humanity
Meanwhile, Iran's highest leader, Mojtaba Chamenei, stated on Sunday that the killings of Iranian commanders and officials would not influence the direction of state policy. He accused the United States and Israel of acting against global law and described their attacks as crimes against humanity. He besides criticised the global community and global institutions for their deficiency of response, and even – as he suggested – indirect support for the escalation of conflict.
Mojtaba Chamenei took over as Iran's ultimate leader after the death of his father, Ali Chamenei, who died on February 28, the first day of the American-Israeli strikes against Iran. Since taking office on 8 March, the fresh leader has not erstwhile appeared publicly.
The economy already feels that.
The effects of the closure of the Ormuz Strait and the restrictions on oil and gas exports are already felt for the global economy. There has been a marked increase in the prices of energy natural materials in the markets, which has increased the concerns of both investors and governments heavy dependent on supplies from this area. According to experts, further tightening of the conflict could seriously undermine the functioning of the global energy market.
