US President Donald Trump has stated that talks with Iran are ongoing but not progressing, expressing dissatisfaction with Tehran’s latest proposals and emphasizing that it would not be acceptable for Iran to possess nuclear weapons. In a press conference at the White House, Trump reiterated his admiration for Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, stating that Iran’s leadership is divided and that he does not want Iran to have nuclear capabilities.
Trump emphasized that if Iran were to possess nuclear weapons, the world would be at greater risk, and that the current leadership is in disarray. He stated that Iran’s navy and air force have been severely weakened, and that the Iranian people are uncertain about their leadership.
The US President also revealed that Washington is planning new military operations against Iran, with naval and aerial blockades of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz. The 60-day period for the US Congress to approve the Trump administration’s plans has expired.
Trump claimed that the US has achieved success in its military operations against Iran, stating that talks are ongoing but unlikely to yield any results. He highlighted that the US has two options with regard to Iran: either to destroy its capabilities or to reach an agreement.
Trump also expressed his dissatisfaction with Italy and Spain, stating that the end of the war would lead to a significant drop in oil and gas prices. He hinted at the possibility of attending the G7 summit in France.
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has announced a daily production adjustment of 1.7 million barrels in response to the UAE’s decision to leave the organization. Trump stated that the US will initiate “Project Freedom” in the Middle East at the local time of 6:00 am.
US Secretary of the Treasury, Scott Mnuchin, stated that the US is a major player in the energy market. The US Navy reported that a US warship was attacked in the Gulf of Oman, but all crew members were safe.
Iran has confirmed that the US has responded to its 14-point proposal, which was sent through Pakistan. During a press conference, Trump was interrupted by a bee buzzing around his head.
The Spanish Foreign Ministry has called for the immediate release of Palestinian-Spanish activist, Saif Abu Khishik, who was detained by Israel. The incident occurred on May 2 in Cape Drax, South Africa, during a training exercise.
Details of a proposed peace plan sent by Iran to the US have emerged. German Foreign Minister, Heiko Maas, stated that Iran should completely abandon its nuclear capabilities.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has claimed that China, Russia, and Europe are shifting their stance against the US, limiting its ability to make decisions. The Asian Development Bank has announced a $7 billion plan to promote power grids and electricity trading in the region.
A flight from Sharjah to Dubai was disrupted when a passenger attempted to open the emergency exit door during landing. A bombing in Bristol, UK, killed two people. Pakistan’s Peshawar Zalmi won the Pakistan Super League (PSL) championship by defeating the Hyderabad Kingsmen by 5 wickets.
Captain Shadab Khan of Islamabad United was named the best all-rounder, while Sufiyan Maqsood was awarded the Fazal Mahmood Cap as the best bowler. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with the Speaker of the National Assembly, Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi.
