Trump says U.S. ready for 'next conquest,' warns military to remain near Iran until 'real agreement' is honored
CNBC • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump announced that U.S. military forces will remain deployed around Iran until Tehran fully complies with the "real agreement," warning of a military response larger than ever if breached.
- The statement followed a Pakistan-brokered two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, which paused six weeks of fighting and raised hopes for resumed energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Despite the ceasefire, Iran conditioned safe passage through the strait on coordination with its forces, and significant differences remain between U.S. and Iranian demands, with Tehran rejecting Washington's 15-point proposal and offering a 10-point plan of its own.
- Israel supported the suspension of strikes against Iran but continued heavy attacks in Lebanon, killing at least 182 people, which led Iran to question the viability of peace talks with the U.S.
- Oil prices rose amid ongoing regional hostilities, and Lebanon's economy minister stated the country was forced into the war by external actors, calling for a sovereign-led ceasefire and negotiated resolution.
