German Foreign Minister Wadephul in Türkiye:

I see this trip as a visit in my capacity as the European Foreign Minister. I also tried to make it clear that Germany is ready to assume responsibilities beyond its own continent. In fact, this has long been requested of Germany — that it take on greater responsibility.

I wanted to explain and clarify this point further. From the impression I gained during the meetings, there is a strong demand within Europe to move in this direction. In the coming days, I will also discuss this issue again with my colleagues within the European Union.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Iran:

The war must end as soon as possible. There must be no question regarding Iran’s territorial integrity. Pursuing regime change or similar objectives should not be the focus.

The region must return to normal as soon as possible.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Iran:

I will say this clearly: the attack on Iran, carried out without provocation, is unjust and unlawful. At the same time, Iran’s attacks on other countries in the region — especially the Gulf states — without provocation are equally wrong.

Overall, this situation is fundamentally wrong, and it must be stopped as soon as possible.

In other words, the “peace button” must be pressed immediately so that the fighting can end.

Iran's Larijani:

Donald Trump said: "I could cut off Iran's electricity within an hour, but I didn't do that."

However, had he proceeded with that, it would have taken only half an hour for a complete power outage to engulf the entire region, and the darkness would become a suitable opportunity to track down the fleeing American military personnel in the region and hunt them.

A helicopter of the UAE Air Force shoots down an Iranian ‘Shahed-136’ kamikaze drone near the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.

The IDF spokesperson orders all residents of southern Lebanon to evacuate beyond the Zahrani River.

Nicolás Maduro is being held in solitary confinement at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn.

He is in a small cell about 3 by 2 meters, with a metal bed, a toilet, and a small window. He can leave the cell three times a week for one hour under guard.

He reportedly often shouts at night, saying he was kidnapped and yelling, “I am the president of Venezuela.”

Source: ABC Internacional

Trump:

The United States is the largest Oil Producer in the World, by far, so when oil prices go up, we make a lot of money.

BUT, of far greater interest and importance to me, as President, is stoping an evil Empire, Iran, from having Nuclear Weapons, and destroying the Middle East and, indeed, the World.

I won’t ever let that happen!

BREAKING: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

We will not forgo avenging the blood of the martyrs.

The Strait of Hormuz should still remain closed.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

We will not give up on avenging the blood of your martyrs, especially the martyrs of Minab.

BREAKING: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

All US bases should immediately be closed in the region, and those bases will be attacked.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

Unity among all individuals and groups of the nation—something that often becomes most visible in times of difficulty—must not be damaged.

This unity will be achieved by overlooking points of disagreement.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

We will, in any case, obtain compensation from the enemy.

If they refuse, we will take from their assets to the extent we deem appropriate; and if that is not possible, we will destroy an equivalent amount of their property.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

The Islamic Republic seeks no domination or colonial influence in the region, but is fully prepared for unity and warm, mutual relations with all neighboring countries.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

The lever of blocking the Strait of Hormuz must continue to be used.

Studies have also been conducted regarding the opening of other fronts in areas where the enemy has little experience and is highly vulnerable; these may be activated if the state of war continues and if it is deemed appropriate.

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, did not make a public or televised appearance; his message was instead read on Iranian television.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei:

The countries in the region must clarify their position regarding those who have aggressed against our beloved homeland and killed our people.

I recommend that they shut down those bases as soon as possible, because by now they must have realized that America’s claim of bringing security and peace has been nothing but a lie.

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