War of words: Iran mocks Trump as US seeks diplomacy

Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf openly mocked US President Donald Trump, taunting his recent moves in the Hormuz crisis and ongoing negotiations.

“Operation Trust Me Bro failed. Now back to routine with Operation Fauxios,” Ghalibaf wrote in a post on social media.

The jab comes as reports suggest a possible US-Iran deal is nearing, even as Trump issued a stark ultimatum—warning Tehran to comply or face intensified strikes.

Trump insisted Iran “badly” wants a deal and claimed its military capabilities have been largely destroyed, while reiterating that Tehran will never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons.

Despite the escalating rhetoric, both sides appear to be inching toward an agreement—though tensions remain high and the threat of renewed conflict still hangs over the region.

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