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Trump Claims Total Military Victory Over Iran, Says US Damaged Tehran's Capabilities

US President Donald Trump claimed a total military victory over Iran, saying US strikes severely damaged Tehran's military capabilities. He stated the ceasefire was agreed at the request of other nations, including Pakistan. Trump also noted China's President Xi Jinping shares the US position that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons. The President indicated diplomatic channels remain open while warning Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon.

Key Points: Trump Claims Total Military Victory Over Iran

  • Trump claims total military victory over Iran
  • US destroyed Iran's naval and air assets
  • Ceasefire agreed at request of other nations, including Pakistan
  • Strait of Hormuz under US control
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Trump claims 'total military victory' over Iran, says US strikes severely damaged Tehran's capabilities

Trump says US operations destroyed Iran's naval and air assets, degraded missile production, and secured Strait of Hormuz control.

"We had a total military victory - Donald Trump"

Washington, May 16

US President Donald Trump defended US military operations linked to Iran and insisted Tehran's military capabilities had been severely damaged.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while travelling to Anchorage, Alaska, Trump said, "We had a total military victory," claiming the United States had destroyed Iran's naval and air assets and degraded missile production facilities.

Trump also mentioned that he had agreed to the ceasefire despite reservations, describing it as a move requested by other nations, including Pakistan.

"We really did the cease-fire at the request of other nations. I wouldn't have really been in favour of it..." Trump said.

Speaking on the ceasefire, Trump did not elaborate on the exact nature of Pakistan's involvement, but his comments came during a wide-ranging interaction dominated by discussions on Iran, China, Taiwan and global security issues.

At the same time, Trump suggested that diplomatic channels remained open. He said Chinese President Xi Jinping shared Washington's position that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons.

"He feels strongly they can't have a nuclear weapon," Trump said while describing his recent talks with Xi.

Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz remained effectively under US control following military operations in the region.

"They've done no business - literally, they've done no business in the last two and a half weeks," he said, referring to Iranian-linked shipping activity through the strategic waterway.

During the exchange, Trump indicated he was still considering future military options against Iran if required.

"I can say this with very, very strong conviction, Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, not going to happen," he said.

The President additionally revealed that discussions with China covered artificial intelligence cooperation, Taiwan tensions, trade and denuclearisation.

On Taiwan, Trump said Xi opposed any move towards Taiwanese independence and warned against confrontation. Trump added that he had made "no commitment either way" regarding future US policy.

- IANS

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Priya S
"Total military victory" - really? I'm not convinced that bombing a country into submission ever leads to lasting peace. Look at what happened in Iraq and Afghanistan. 😒 We in India have seen enough conflict to know that military solutions rarely solve underlying problems. Diplomatic channels should be prioritized.
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Vikram M
The Strait of Hormuz being under US control is a big issue for India since we import most of our oil from the Gulf region. Any instability there directly affects our energy security and economy. 🤔 Trump's bravado might sound good to his base but it makes the entire region more volatile.
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James A
As someone from the US, I feel like our foreign policy is becoming increasingly erratic. Trump claiming victory while agreeing to a ceasefire at other countries' request doesn't add up. Also, the way Xi opposes Taiwan independence is consistent, but Trump's lack of commitment on Taiwan is concerning for regional stability.
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Rohit P
Why is Pakistan getting involved in ceasefire talks for Iran? This seems like another attempt by them to appear relevant on the global stage while internally they're facing economic collapse. 😒 India should also have a stronger role in Middle East diplomacy given our strategic interests and historical ties with Iran.
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Sarah B
I appreciate Trump's stance on preventing Iran from getting nuclear weapons, but the way he talks about military victory feels like he's playing to his base rather than addressing real issues. Also, the China-Taiwan angle is concerning - we need clear US policy, not ambiguity. 🤷‍♀️

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