The US President has declared a tough stance on Iran, stressing that he will not accept partial concessions. According to him, Tehran does not have a strong position and will eventually agree to all of Washington's demands.
Trump insists on full compliance
President of the United States Donald Trump said that he would not accept partial concessions from Iran and insisted on full compliance with Washington's demands. According to him, he made it clear to the Iranian side that he was not satisfied with compromises at the level of 90% or 95%.
«I don't want 90%, I don't want 95%. I told them I want everything,» Trump said. He also added that, in his opinion, Iran is in a weak position and «has no trump cards» in the negotiations.
Washington's tough stance
The US president expressed confidence that Iran would eventually return to the negotiating table and agree to the US terms. At the same time, Trump threatened possible decisive action if Tehran refuses to make concessions.
According to him, the United States has enough resources to inflict a devastating a strike on Iran «in one day» if the situation escalates.
Context.
The statement came amid tense relations between the US and Iran and ongoing discussions on the terms of possible agreements. Washington's position remains as tough as possible, which could complicate a diplomatic settlement.
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