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Trump Warns of Re-Strikes as He Reviews Iran's Proposed Deal

President Trump has been briefed on a potential agreement with Iran but is awaiting the final wording before making a decision. He warned that military action remains on the table if Tehran misbehaves, reinforcing a dual-track approach of pressure and diplomacy. Iran's proposal would reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz but defers detailed negotiations over its nuclear program. Pakistan is acting as a mediator in indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, with Iran's deputy foreign minister briefing foreign envoys on the initiative.

Key Points: Trump Warns of Re-Strikes as He Reviews Iran Deal

  • Trump briefed on Iran deal concept but awaits final wording
  • Military action remains option if Iran misbehaves
  • Iran proposal would reopen Strait of Hormuz but defers nuclear talks
  • Pakistan mediating indirect talks between Tehran and Washington
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Trump warns of possible re-strikes as he reviews Iran's concept of deal

Trump reviews Iran's deal concept, warns of possible re-strikes if Tehran misbehaves. Diplomatic efforts continue with Pakistan mediating.

"I will soon be reviewing the plan that Iran has just sent to us, but can't imagine that it would be acceptable. - Donald Trump"

Washington, May 3

US President Donald Trump said that he has been briefed on the concept of a potential agreement with Iran, but is awaiting the final wording before making any decision - while cautioning that military action remains on the table if Tehran misbehaves.

Speaking to reporters before boarding a flight to Miami from West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump said: "They told me about the concept of the ‌deal. They're going to give me the exact wording now."

His remarks come amid heightened tensions and fragile diplomatic efforts, with Washington signaling both openness to negotiation and readiness to escalate. Trump underscored that the possibility of restarting strikes against Iran has not been ruled out, reinforcing a dual-track approach of pressure and diplomacy.

According to a senior Iranian official, Tehran has put forward a proposal that, if accepted, would reopen shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz and bring an end to what Iran describes as a US blockade. However, the proposal reportedly defers detailed negotiations over Iran's nuclear program to a later stage - a point that has so far been rejected by Trump.

Meanwhile, posting on his Truth Social platform, Trump wrote:

"I will soon be reviewing the plan that Iran has just sent to us, but can't imagine that it would be acceptable in that they have not yet paid a big enough price for what they have done to Humanity, and the World, over the last 47 years. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"

On the diplomatic front, Iran has intensified outreach efforts. Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi briefed foreign envoys in Tehran on Saturday, outlining what officials describe as a renewed initiative to de-escalate tensions with both the United States and Israel.

Iranian authorities said the proposal was transmitted via Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator in indirect talks between Tehran and Washington. During the briefing, Gharibabadi emphasised that Iran remains committed to diplomacy rooted in national interests, but warned that the country is fully prepared to respond decisively to any military escalation.

He described the proposal as an effort to bring a "permanent end" to what Iran calls imposed hostilities, while placing responsibility on the United States to choose between continued confrontation and meaningful dialogue.

- IANS

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Priya S
Honestly, Trump's tone here is concerning. He talks about 'paying a big enough price' like it's some kind of revenge game. The Strait of Hormuz is critical for India's energy security - we import a huge chunk of our oil from that region. I think Iran's proposal to reopen shipping is actually positive for us, but the nuclear issue being deferred doesn't sit well. India should push for a balanced approach instead of taking sides. 🇮🇳
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Michael C
From an international perspective, this dual-track strategy of pressure and diplomacy is nothing new. But Trump's personal style of tweeting before reviewing the deal feels reckless. I work in international trade and can tell you that instability in the Gulf directly affects shipping costs, which India feels too. Let's hope cooler heads prevail - the last thing anyone needs is another Middle East conflict.
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Arjun K
Great! Let the Americans and Iranians fight it out. Meanwhile, India should quietly strengthen its relations with both countries. We need Iranian oil for our refineries and American technology for our defense. Being caught in the middle of this tug-of-war is not ideal. Also, using Pakistan as a mediator? That's just adding another layer of complexity. 😅
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Siddharth J
This is pure political theater. Trump says one thing to his base, another to the diplomats. Iran is also doing the same. As an Indian citizen, I'm more worried about the impact on oil prices and our diaspora in the Gulf region. The article says Iran wants to 'permanently end imposed hostilities' - that's a loaded phrase given the history of US-Iran relations. Let's see how this plays out, but I'm not holding my breath for a breakthrough.

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