23.06.2026 01:20
US President Donald Trump stated that the diplomatic process with Iran is progressing positively, but military options remain on the table if Tehran does not comply with the rules. Speaking at the White House, Trump emphasized that Iran's economy has collapsed, it has lost its navy and leaders, and they have achieved full control over the Strait of Hormuz. Claiming that he could resolve regional crises very quickly, Trump declared that Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon.
US President Donald Trump said the diplomatic process with Iran is progressing positively, while issuing very harsh warnings to the Tehran administration. Answering journalists' questions at the White House, Trump argued that Iran has collapsed militarily and economically, saying, "We have full control over the Strait of Hormuz. If Iran does not fulfill the requirements of the agreement or does not behave appropriately, I will do what I have to do."
HE ANSWERED QUESTIONS
US President Donald Trump made important statements on foreign policy and regional crises following a signing ceremony held at the Oval Office in the White House. Answering journalists' questions, Trump's focus was primarily on Iran and the military balances in the region.
"THEIR NAVY IS GONE, THEIR ECONOMY HAS COLLAPSED"
Directly responding to a question about whether Iran has any leverage over the US, Trump argued that the Tehran administration has suffered very serious losses recently. Claiming that Iran's military capacity has been largely eliminated, the US President said, "Their navy is gone, their air force is gone, their leaders are dead, their economy has collapsed." Trump also claimed that the country's missile, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), and air defense systems have taken heavy blows.
"WE HAVE FULL CONTROL OVER HORMUZ"
Addressing the security of maritime trade in the region and keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, Trump emphasized US military superiority. Stating that they have achieved two important results, Trump made the following assessments:
"First, the Strait of Hormuz is open and will remain open. Second, Iran will never possess nuclear weapons. We have full control over the Strait of Hormuz. If Iran does not fulfill the requirements of the agreement or does not behave appropriately, I will do what I have to do."
Trump also added that he believes the naval blockade imposed on Iran is much more effective than the airstrikes carried out, signaling that a similar military operation could be quickly reactivated if necessary. Addressing the Tehran administration with the words, "As long as they respect us, we will have no problems," Trump noted that their position would change otherwise.
RESPONSE TO NETANYAHU QUESTION: "I AM A PROBLEM SOLVER"
In response to a journalist's question about how Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement that "the Israeli army will maintain its presence in Lebanon" would affect the ceasefire with Iran and efforts for regional stability, Trump answered in his characteristic style. Avoiding direct criticism of Netanyahu's words, Trump said, "I am a problem solver, I solve problems very quickly," demonstrating confidence in his own administration.
Praising the work of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who manages diplomatic contacts in the region, Trump argued that the Republican administration has a very strong team on foreign policy and national security issues.
PRAISE FOR SWISS TALKS
Finally, in his speech, US President Donald Trump also touched upon the diplomatic contacts held in Switzerland, expressing appreciation for Vice President JD Vance's statements and performance there. Calling Vance "a very smart man, he did a great job," Trump also took the opportunity to criticize some opposition Democrat politicians.