Trump Says Two Demands Must Be Met to Avoid Iran Confrontation

Trump says the naval armada sailing to Iran represents unprecedented deployment. Trump says believing diplomacy can work doesn’t reduce military preparedness. Trump says Tehran’s willingness to talk offers potential for agreement.
Trump says nuclear weapons development and protester murders must cease immediately. Trump says thousands of Iranians have been systematically killed. Trump says the massive warship presence ensures Iran understands American seriousness.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi outlined negotiating requirements of equality and excluding missiles. He declared Iran prepared for both peaceful engagement and military response. Regional powers, especially Turkey, sought to create diplomatic channels.
Trump says revealing military plans publicly serves no useful strategic purpose. Trump says avoiding military action would be ideal depending on Iranian decisions. Trump says the fleet exceeds even the successful Venezuela operation.
International sanctions expanded to target protest suppression officials directly. Revolutionary Guards faced European terrorist designations, prompting retaliation threats. Domestic reform movements demanded transparency and investigations into the killings.