Trump Warns US Will ‘Completely Decimate’ Iran Over Assassination Threat as Tehran Rejects Ceasefire Claims

Trump Warns US Will ‘Completely Decimate’ Iran Over Assassination Threat as Tehran Rejects Ceasefire Claims

President Donald Trump has issued a dramatic warning to Iran, declaring that the United States would "completely decimate" the Islamic Republic if it attempted or succeeded in assassinating him, further escalating tensions between the longtime rivals.

In a post on his Truth Social platform on Friday, Trump claimed the U.S. military is fully prepared to launch an overwhelming response if any attack targets the sitting U.S. president.

«"1000 missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran," Trump wrote. "Orders have already been given, and the U.S. military is ready, willing, and able... to completely decimate and destroy all areas of Iran."»

The remarks come as relations between Washington and Tehran continue to deteriorate despite ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Iran Fires Back

Iran quickly rejected Trump's claims, insisting it has honored the terms of the ceasefire agreement and accusing the United States of violating the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed to reduce tensions.

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran has upheld its commitments, while Washington has failed to meet its obligations by imposing new restrictions and taking actions inconsistent with the agreement.

"There can only be mutual compliance," Araghchi said, stressing that Iran has "kept its word."

Trump Declares Ceasefire Over

Although Trump confirmed that the United States has agreed to continue negotiations after Iran requested further talks, he maintained that the ceasefire is effectively over.

"The Islamic Republic of Iran has asked us to continue talks. We have agreed to do so, but the United States has stated to them, in no uncertain terms, that the Cease Fire is OVER!" Trump posted.

He previously described further negotiations with Tehran as "a waste of time" during this week's NATO summit.

Diplomatic Efforts Continue

Despite the sharp rhetoric, diplomatic channels remain open.

Qatar has reportedly sent a delegation to Tehran to help revive negotiations, while Pakistan has intensified mediation efforts.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged both sides to protect the fragile peace following separate conversations with Qatar's Emir and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Strait of Hormuz Remains a Flashpoint

Another major source of tension is the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest oil shipping routes.

Reports indicate Washington has given Tehran until Saturday to halt attacks on commercial vessels and ensure safe passage through the strategic waterway.

Iran, however, insists it should exercise greater control over the strait following recent hostilities, a position strongly opposed by the United States and its allies.

The dispute has already contributed to military strikes, retaliatory attacks, and renewed U.S. sanctions targeting Iran's oil exports.

Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Araghchi is expected to travel to Oman for talks aimed at reducing tensions in the Gulf.

Iran Vows Not to Surrender

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran remains committed to defending its sovereignty and will not surrender under pressure.

"Ending the war is a priority, but Iran will never surrender," he said, adding that the country is fully prepared to defend itself.

Global Attention Turns to the Middle East

With military threats escalating, diplomatic negotiations continuing, and tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz remaining unresolved, the international community is closely watching developments that could have far-reaching consequences for regional security, global oil markets, and world diplomacy.

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