Washington, D.C. [US], April 29 (ANI): President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Tehran, stating that the United States will take a tougher stance if a diplomatic resolution regarding its nuclear program is not reached soon.
In a post on his social media platform, Truth Social, the president shared a picture of himself holding an assault rifle alongside the slogan “No More Mr. Nice Guy.” Trump expressed frustration with the pace of negotiations, asserting that “Iran can’t get their act together.”
He further criticized the Iranian leadership’s inability to finalize an agreement, saying, “They don’t know how to sign a nonnuclear deal.”
The president’s remarks come at a time of heightened regional tension and a continued diplomatic stalemate. Signaling a potential shift in his administration’s approach, Trump warned, “They better get smart soon!”
The post suggests a more aggressive policy stance if Tehran continues to resist the terms proposed by Washington. The statement follows recent efforts to negotiate a new agreement to replace previous deals, which Trump has frequently described as insufficient for ensuring global security.
Trump has also voiced dissatisfaction with Tehran’s recent diplomatic overtures, asserting that Washington will not advance negotiations unless the nuclear issue is addressed directly.
The president further claimed that Iran had indicated it was in a “state of collapse” and was pushing for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible.”
During his remarks, Trump highlighted the global security risks associated with Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, warning that if Iran were to obtain nuclear weapons, “the whole world would be held hostage.”
This rejection follows a proposal from Iran focused on an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and the restoration of traffic through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The proposal notably sought to postpone discussions on its nuclear program, missile technology, and existing sanctions.
Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has been engaged in diplomatic outreach, including visits to Islamabad and a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, in an effort to secure international backing.
Regional powers have also voiced opposition. In a meeting held in Saudi Arabia, leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), convened under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, formally rejected what they described as Iran’s “illegal actions” regarding the closure of the strait and threats to maritime passage.
The GCC summit, which included senior representatives from Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the UAE, called for the restoration of “security and freedom of navigation” to pre-conflict levels. The bloc also advocated enhanced military integration, including shared infrastructure and a ballistic missile early warning system.
As regional and international pressure mounts, a report by The Wall Street Journal indicated that the U.S. administration is preparing for an extended period of economic confrontation.
Trump has reportedly instructed his team to develop plans for a sustained blockade of Iran, aimed at restricting maritime access to its ports and curbing oil exports.
According to the report, the president views the blockade as a more effective and lower-risk alternative to a renewed aerial bombing campaign or a policy of total disengagement, signaling a shift toward a long-term strategy of economic pressure. (ANI)
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