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US President Donald Trump said that Iran was only two weeks away from possessing a nuclear missile, describing it as the world's number one sponsor of terrorism.
Trump added that the United States has full control over the Strait of Hormuz and is extracting more oil from it than was passing through before the war, confirming that no Iranian ship has been able to breach the naval blockade for many months.
He pointed out that the Iranians possess the capabilities to manufacture effective weapons, but he emphasized that the United States has inflicted a severe defeat upon them.
Trump explained that he was not convinced by the truce with Iran, considering it a waste of time, noting that ships were allowed to pass during it based on the recommendations of experts.
He concluded by saying that Washington is carrying out its mission regarding Iran for the sake of the American people, noting that oil prices are currently lower than they were previously.
Editorial note: The news was drafted based on the statements you provided, and I was unable to verify that all of them were issued verbatim. Recent reports show a discrepancy between Trump's statements regarding oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and actual shipping data.
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