Trump says the fleet represents unprecedented American deployment. Trump says believing diplomacy possible coexists with readiness. Trump says Iran has signaled willingness to negotiate. Trump says the Venezuela-scale armada demonstrates capabilities. Trump says dealing remains preferable to military action.
Trump says abandoning nuclear weapons and stopping killings required. Trump says thousands of Iranians died during crackdowns. Trump says the naval presence backs diplomatic efforts. Trump says the Venezuela-scale force ensures seriousness. Trump says preferring deals doesn’t reduce military options.
Abbas Araghchi stated negotiation willingness without pressure. He emphasized both diplomatic and military preparedness. Turkish officials offered intermediary services. President Erdoğan’s involvement demonstrated regional stakes. The Venezuela-scale deployment created urgency.
Trump says revealing operations compromises effectiveness. Trump says preferring peace shows wisdom. Trump says the unprecedented armada size communicates intentions. Trump says Venezuela proved operational capabilities. Trump says dealing remains the preferred outcome.
Sanctions expanded targeting suppression officials. European designations prompted threats. Reformists demanded investigations. The Reform Front called for accountability. Dealing versus force defined the crisis.