Trump couldn’t wait to get Iran to sign off on a peace deal he announced this past week, so he just proclaimed it approved and implemented all by himself.
Thank you, King Donald. Let’s see if the other parties, including Iran and Hezbollah, agree to — and abide by — the terms you’ve announced.
Here’s the statement issued just a while ago by Trump:
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!”
Aha, let’s see if the IRGC actually lets ships through the Strait.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister issued a concurrence, saying both the U.S. and Iran have agreed to the deal, and a signing ceremony will be held in Switzerland on Friday, June 19. No word out of Terhan yet that I’ve seen, however.
POSTSCRIPT: Iran subsequently confirmed that a memorandum of understanding (MOU) had been “finalized,” but even U.S. officials admit that “details” need to be worked out prior to the signing. In a fit of absolute hyperbole, Vice-President JD Vance said the deal will transform the Middle East for the next 50 years. Trump himself claimed that he has become the first president in history to achieve peace in the Middle East.
