President Donald Trump addresses reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, on April 16. Jessica Koscielniak/Reuters
President Donald Trump showed minimal interest Tuesday in prolonging the US ceasefire with Iran beyond its new cutoff of tomorrow evening.
I’m not interested in doing that,” Trump stated on CNBC’s “Squawk Box.” “We don’t have much time since, by the time both sides arrive, as you know, they just received approval to proceed – which I was certain they would do regardless – I believe they had no alternative.” “They need to reach an agreement.”
When inquired about the effects of his threat to bomb bridges and power facilities in Iran, Trump stressed that it would damage the Iranians’ military capabilities.
“It’s not my decision, but it will also cause them pain.” It will damage them in terms of military strength. “They utilize the bridges for their armaments, for their missile relocations,” Trump stated. He noted that both parties have utilized the ceasefire to “replenish their supplies.”
Trump stated that Iran has a strong motive to negotiate with the United States, describing the citizens as “incredible,” while labeling the leaders as “bloodthirsty” and “harsh.”
“Trump stated that if Iran reaches an agreement, they will restore themselves as a strong and wonderful nation.”
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