Key facts
- President Trump denied reports of seeking to force Iran into peace discussions.
- Trump stated that any deal with Iran would be worthless.
- He warned of 'total annihilation' if Iran retaliates against US strikes.
- Trump suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump Strait'.
President Trump denied reports that he is attempting to compel Iran into peace discussions, asserting that he "couldn't care less" if they signed an agreement. In an interview with Fox News, Trump reiterated his stance, stating that any deal with Iran would be worthless. He also issued a stern warning of "total annihilation" should Iran retaliate against US strikes, which he deemed justified. Adding a new dimension to his rhetoric, Trump floated the idea of renaming the Strait of Hormuz to 'Trump Strait'.