Trump Declares Ceasefire with Iran 'Over' Amid Fresh US Strikes
Quick Look
- US President Donald Trump stated the ceasefire with Iran is "over" following fresh American strikes.
- China urged de-escalation and a return to negotiations, which Trump dismissed as futile, calling Iranians "liars".
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Why It Matters
US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, hours after US forces conducted new strikes. China called for de-escalation and a return to negotiations.
US President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday that the ceasefire with Iran was “over”, hours after American forces launched fresh strikes on the Islamic Republic and as Beijing called for both nations to de-escalate and return to the negotiating table.
“I don’t want to deal with them any more.”
Hours earlier, Beijing urged both countries to return to negotiations.
“Reigniting the conflict does not serve any party’s interests. Military means cannot solve the fundamental issue. We call on the US and Iran to follow through on their memorandum of understanding, resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation, and avoid resorting to force,” said Mao Ning, spokeswoman for China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Trump dismissed further engagement with Tehran as futile.
“It’s just a waste of time dealing with them,” he said, calling the Iranians “liars”.
Open Questions
- What specific actions will follow Trump's declaration?
- Will Iran retaliate to the fresh strikes?
