Trump says fresh Iran strikes highly unlikely if talks progress
The US President noted that military action depends on whether Tehran signs a strong agreement regarding its nuclear programme.
US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he is highly unlikely to order new attacks on Iran if negotiations to end the conflict show progress. Speaking to CNN in a telephone interview, Trump stated that the necessity of strikes depends on whether a very strong agreement is signed.
Trump mentioned that the US has identified 38 bridges and other infrastructure targets that could be destroyed in one hour. He noted that he would prefer not to destroy bridges because they are difficult to rebuild, though he added that the US has already hit Iran hard militarily and economically.
The President described Iran as a failing nation facing 301 per cent inflation. According to ThePrint, Trump suggested that the country is withering away financially due to previous military strikes and economic sanctions.
While the US and Iran have both reported hitting shipping in or near the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state television said officials had not verified any missile strikes on Iranian land following recent explosions. The Tasnim news agency reported that two missiles hit Qeshm Island, but neither the US nor Iran has commented on that specific report.
In Riyadh, the Saudi Arabia energy ministry said an administrative building belonging to Saudi Aramco was damaged by falling debris during an attempted attack, though no injuries were reported. Meanwhile, Qatar has denied reports that the US and Iran failed to reach a deal, with the Qatari prime minister affirming that both sides are working toward an agreement.