Trump warns ‘won’t be anything left’ of Iran unless it agrees to deal
President Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that there will be severe consequences if they do not agree to a peace deal quickly. The ongoing conflict has led to significant disruptions in the Middle East, including a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a truce agreed upon in April, negotiations have stalled, and tensions remain high with continued military actions.
- ▪Trump warned Iran that there won't be anything left of them if they do not agree to a peace deal quickly.
- ▪The conflict has caused a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global oil exports.
- ▪Negotiations between Washington and Tehran have stalled despite a truce agreed upon in April.
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Trump warns ‘won’t be anything left’ of Iran unless it agrees to dealSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxUS President Donald Trump has struggled to break an impasse and make any progress toward ending a war that has shaken the Middle East.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 18, 2026, 02:43 AMUpdated May 18, 2026, 02:43 AMWASHINGTON - President Donald Trump on May 17 warned Iran “there won’t be anything left of them” if Tehran does not quickly agree to a peace deal with the United States.Washington, locked in conflict with Tehran since US and Israeli forces launched major strikes on the Islamic republic beginning Feb 28, has struggled to break an impasse and make any progress toward ending a war that has shaken the Middle East and sent energy prices climbing.“For Iran, the…
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