Donald Trump and Iranian officials exchange rhetoric over conflict and missile capabilities

During a Republican campaign rally in Mississippi, Donald Trump claimed that Iran initiated conflict with the United States. He criticized a previous temporary ceasefire, describing it as a “waste of time,” and noted that Iran has developed missile technology capable of reaching Europe. Trump suggested that if Iran possessed nuclear weapons, it would target major U.S. cities such as Los Angeles and San Diego.

In response to regional tensions, Aladin Boroujerdi, a member of the Iranian Parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, stated that Iran will not enter negotiations with the United States unless seven specific conditions are met. Boroujerdi asserted that Iran's missile reserves have increased by more than 50% and could sustain a conflict for two years. He also warned that any attempt to block Iranian oil exports could disrupt shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, potentially preventing any oil from being exported from the region.

Additionally, Boroujerdi noted that security delegations from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey intend to visit Tehran for discussions, following a four-party meeting in Tehran managed by Mohsen Rezaee.