© AFPIranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei
The demands hinge on war reparations, Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and an end to US sanctions - things which the White House balked at, with war reparations especially being focus of rejection by the US side, and the lack of taking up the nuclear issue, which Iran has insisted is a non-starter and would only be dealt with after the war is settled.
Trump had previously made clear on Truth Social that "I have just read the response from Iran's so-called 'Representatives.' I don't like it — TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!"
Al Jazeera correspondent Ali Hashem has listed the following five conditions that it sees as the basis for reentering talks:
- Ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon
- Lifting all sanctions
- Releasing frozen Iranian assets
- Compensation for war damages and losses
- Recognition of Iran's sovereign rights over the Strait of Hormuz
In a Monday press briefing Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei had publicly alluded to several of these, including in his words, "Demanding an end to the war, lifting the blockade and piracy, and releasing Iranian assets that have been unjustly frozen in banks due to U.S. pressure."
Also, there was mention of "Safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and establishing security in the region and Lebanon were other demands of Iran, which are considered a generous and responsible offer for regional security" - before talks could begin in good faith.
Tehran apparently feels it can weather the tightening economic noose its under, given Tanker Trackers on Tuesday said Iran has not successfully exported any crude oil by sea over the past 28 days.
Trump, just before his departure to China, remarked to Axios: "Iran will either do the right thing or we will finish the job... we are either gonna make a deal or they will be decimated."
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wethey are either gonna makeaMY deal or they will be decimated."Trump, the tough talking, bullshitting, toothless invertebrate...The sooner he is toast the better for the whole world.
Now, this from the 25th of April, 2026 Cs session:
— Carl Sagan
These request seem fine and fair given context.
Give me a moment to discuss this with others and take it under consideration.
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The wise diplomat then responds with either acquiescence or typically some "counter-demands", but fact of the matter is Iran and Oman could have been charging tolls for some time per "International Law" which states for any state known that seas within 12 miles of boundaries established are under the jurisdiction of the country therein . So really tis simple - and bullies only respond to force - and turning the other cheek is NOT an option geopolitically. How dare Trump team and Israel attack Iran unprovoked - in the middle of effing negotiations no less - how dare they. They are damn near rogue and deserve no respect.
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So make a choice Trump-team, but you all ain't never gonna get it back how it "used to be".
You made the choice to be offensive - and now so many are suffering the consequences.
You made the choice - suffer the consequences or perish. The latter would be preferred.
[Link] - definition 1 seems to capture it: Hope that is clear - like "cease to exist" in physical form as well as in the minds of anybody!
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OK - how you like them apples - I want them to perish - don't you?
The harm "they" have caused is evident - so no more excuses in the jungle where justice gets delivered - one way or the other - for all bullies who think they are.......
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We know better.
And have a hug.
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In 15 minutes a stupid hockey game starts - so see you later pissed of goy - I don't blame you one bit - I am as well - I want them to face justice - and I want them to perish.
Literally.
What you give is what you get. We'll see who's on the flip side.