Trump:

I am going to see President Xi and I will say, “I am leading!”

We have very friendly competition.

Trump jokes:

When I get out of office in, let’s say, 8 or 9 years from now…

Senior Iranian official to Drop Site News:

Based on current assessments, another military attack seems likely.

New demands from Chancellor Merz:

Senator Graham to WSJ:

Iran has ‘absolutely’ violated the cease-fire.

These actions merit a ‘big, strong, painful and short’ response.

The actions today are inconsistent with a regime that wants a diplomatic solution.

Trump:

Polls say, “32% of the people are against President Trump.”

When you explain it like, “Is it okay for Iran to have a nuclear weapon?” it wouldn’t be 32%.

But even if you said that, there would be a 32% because the polls are totally fake.

Trump:

I am not a senior; I am far younger than a senior. I feel the same as I felt 50 years ago.

Trump:

Cognitive tests are hard. The first question is very easy. You have a lion, a bear, an alligator, and a squirrel. “Which is the squirrel?”

NEW: U.S. Secret Service says they were involved shooting near 15th St & Independence Ave (close to White House/National Mall).

One person shot by law enforcement, condition unknown.

Details still unclear (no info yet on motive, suspect, or injuries to officers).

Trump:

I could, with one swipe of the pen, I can say, “Let’s have no employment, and I will hire a million people.”

Trump on Iran:

We have a war right now. They say, “What’s taking so long?”

We were in Vietnam 19 years, Iraq for many years, 10 years, Korea 7 years—I won’t even mention WWII.

Trump stopped short of saying Iran has violated the ceasefire today:

They were shot down for the most part. One got through. Not huge damage.

South Korea should take some action.

Trump on Iran:

I call it a “mini-war,” because that’s all they are.

U.S. intelligence says recent fighting has not significantly slowed Iran’s nuclear program.

Officials still estimate Iran would need about 9–12 months to build a nuclear weapon if it chose to do so—roughly unchanged from last year.

Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium remains largely intact and unaccounted for, which experts say is key to any weapons timeline.

Source: Reuters

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi:

Events in Hormuz make clear that there's no military solution to a political crisis.

As talks are making progress with Pakistan's gracious effort, the U.S. should be wary of being dragged back into quagmire by ill-wishers. So should the UAE.

Project Freedom is Project Deadlock.

White House lawyers are quietly briefing staff on how to handle congressional oversight, as officials expect Democrats could win control of Congress in the November midterms.

Source: WaPo

Iran’s Ghalibaf:

The new equation of the Strait of Hormuz is in the process of being solidified.

The security of shipping and energy transit has been jeopardized by the United States and its allies through the violation of the ceasefire and the imposition of a blockade; of course, their evil will diminish.

We know full well that the continuation of the status quo is intolerable for America; while we have not even begun yet.

Trump:

BIG: Sudan says UAE-linked drones were launched from Ethiopia.

The United Arab Emirates and Ethiopia were involved in drone attacks on Khartoum International Airport and surrounding areas.

Officials say they have conclusive evidence the drones were launched from Ethiopian territory and linked to Emirati equipment.

Sudan has recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia and warned it could respond militarily.

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