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The Middle East on the brink: Trump declares Iran’s defeat

The Middle East on the brink: Trump declares Iran’s defeat

Diana Shevchenko Journalist

11 April 2026, 12:30

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Day 43 of the war in the Middle East: Donald Trump has declared Iran’s military defeat and stated that the US is prepared to use force to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Whilst the world anxiously awaits the markets’ reaction, the final round of diplomacy is beginning in Pakistan: direct talks between Washington and Tehran

This is reported by "Telegraph"

US resolve: The Strait will remain open

At 07:40, US President Donald Trump confirmed Washington’s uncompromising stance. He emphasised that the Strait of Hormuz is international waters, and the US will not allow Iran to use them for blackmail. According to Trump, Iran has already lost militarily, and any attempt to close the strait will receive an immediate response from the US.

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Today, a negotiation process is set to begin in the Pakistani capital, mediated by third parties. The aim is to halt the further escalation of the conflict. It is expected that the parties will move to direct dialogue later today.

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