The war will start again.       :'(


https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/

Summary

Both Iran and US say talks have ended
Both sides had 'mood swings' during talks, Pakistani source says
Iran seeks Lebanon ceasefire, reparations, control of Hormuz
US wants Iran to commit to not developing nuclear weapons


ISLAMABAD, April 12 (Reuters) - U.S. Vice President JD Vance ​said on Sunday that his negotiating team was leaving Pakistan after not reaching a deal with Iran following 21 hours of negotiations, jeopardizing a fragile two-week ceasefire.
"The bad ‌news is that we have not reached an agreement, and I think that's bad news for Iran much more than it's bad news for the United States of America," Vance told reporters after the talks ended. "So we go back to the United States having not come to an agreement. We've made very clear what our red lines are."


Vance cited shortcomings in the talks and said Iran had chosen not to accept American terms, including ​to not build nuclear weapons. A short time later, Vance waved goodbye from the top of the stairs as he boarded Air Force Two in Islamabad.
"We need to ​see an affirmative commitment that they will not seek a nuclear weapon, and they will not seek the tools that would enable them to ⁠quickly achieve a nuclear weapon. That is the core goal of the president of the United States, and that's what we've tried to achieve through these negotiations."


Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency ​said that "excessive" U.S. demands had hindered reaching an agreement and that negotiations had ended. Before Vance spoke, Iran's government in a post on X had said negotiations would continue and technical experts ​from both sides would exchange documents.
The talks in Islamabad were the first direct U.S.-Iranian meeting in more than a decade and the highest-level discussions since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.


In his brief press conference, Vance did not mention reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a choke point for about 20% of global energy supplies that Iran has blocked since the war began. The conflict has sent global oil prices soaring and killed thousands of people.


Vance's ​delegation included special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. Vance said he talked with Trump a half a dozen to a dozen times during the talks.
Iran's team included ​Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.
The Iranian delegation arrived on Friday dressed in black in mourning for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and others killed in the war. They carried ‌shoes and ⁠bags of some students killed during the U.S. bombing of a school next to a military compound, the Iranian government said. The Pentagon has said the strike is under investigation but Reuters has reported that military investigators believe the U.S. was likely responsible for it.
"There were mood swings from the two sides and the temperature went up and down during the meeting," a Pakistani source said in reference to the first round of talks.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog-april-12-2026/


US Vice President JD Vance says negotiations have ended between the US and Iran without a peace deal after the Iranians refused to accept American terms not to develop a nuclear weapon.

Vance tells reporters in Pakistan that US officials are leaving the negotiations with Iran without a deal,
planning to return to the United States.

The high-stakes talks ended after 21 hours, Vance says, with the vice president in constant communication with US President Donald Trump and others in the administration.

“But the simple fact is that we need to see an affirmative commitment that they will not seek a nuclear weapon, and they will not seek the tools that would enable them to quickly achieve a nuclear weapon,” Vance tells reporters. “That is the core goal of the president of the United States. And that’s what we’ve tried to achieve through these negotiations.”

Wow, JD failed.

What a surprise   :o

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 1:03pm:

Wow, JD failed. What a surprise   :o

We're doomed.    :o

"So we go back to the United States having not come to an agreement. We've made very clear what our red lines are."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJhHjACjJjA

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 1:05pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 1:03pm: Wow, JD failed. What a surprise   :o We're doomed.    :o

While the Trump administration criminal organisation remains in the White House?  Yes.

Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again.

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 2:01pm:

Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again.

you mean the Dem's are gunna appease the Iranians?

Did they only mine Iranian waters or Osmani waters? Apparently they have lost the location of where they laid them. ::)

lee wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 2:44pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:01pm: Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again. you mean the Dem's are gunna appease the Iranians?

They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan.

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 2:51pm:

lee wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:44pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:01pm: Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again. you mean the Dem's are gunna appease the Iranians? They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan.

Trump has shown arrogance.


Google AI:

Arrogance is an insulting, overbearing sense of one's own superior importance or ability,
often accompanied by contempt for others.
It is characterized by haughty behavior, excessive pride, and
a dismissal of others' opinions.
Examples include interrupting others, disregarding advice, or assuming one is always right.

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 2:51pm:

They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan.

maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Is Trump a malignant narcissist?


Google AI:

A malignant narcissist is an individual with a severe, abusive personality disorder combining extreme narcissistic traits with antisocial behavior, sadism, and paranoia. They are characterized by a total lack of empathy, intense manipulation, pleasure in others' pain, and high aggression. While not a formal diagnosis in the DSM-5, it is considered a dangerous, more aggressive form of narcissism. 

Key Characteristics

 

    Sadism: Finding pleasure or satisfaction in harming others mentally, emotionally, or physically.

    Antisocial Behavior: Lack of remorse, frequent lying, and breaking social norms.

    Paranoid Tendencies:
    Interpreting neutral actions as hostile and believing others are out to get them.

    Manipulation & Control: Using techniques like gaslighting to secure power.
    Rage & Reactivity: Intense outbursts when their superiority is challenged.



Diagnosis & Treatment

Not a Formal Diagnosis: Malignant narcissism is not listed in the DSM-5. It is a conceptual construct described by psychologists like Otto Kernberg.

Treatment Challenges: Treatment is difficult because they rarely believe they need help and often refuse to take responsibility.

Potential Therapy: While there is no specific cure, therapies aimed at reducing antisocial behaviors or treating co-occurring conditions might be used if the individual is willing.

How to Cope

Set Boundaries: Establish firm boundaries, though these are often tested.

Maintain Distance: Limit interactions to protect yourself from manipulation and abuse.

Disengage: Avoid trying to win arguments or seeking revenge.

Focus on Self-Care: Seek therapy for yourself to manage the impact of the abuse.

This is the complete description of malignant narcicicsst according to google AI.

There's no cure for it :(


Quote:

A malignant narcissist is an individual with a severe, abusive personality disorder combining extreme narcissistic traits with antisocial behavior, sadism, and paranoia. They are characterized by a total lack of empathy, intense manipulation, pleasure in others' pain, and high aggression. While not a formal diagnosis in the DSM-5, it is considered a dangerous, more aggressive form of narcissism. Key Characteristics [list bull-blackball] Sadism: Finding pleasure or satisfaction in harming others mentally, emotionally, or physically. Antisocial Behavior: Lack of remorse, frequent lying, and breaking social norms. Paranoid Tendencies:  Interpreting neutral actions as hostile and believing others are out to get them. Manipulation & Control: Using techniques like gaslighting to secure power. Rage & Reactivity: Intense outbursts when their superiority is challenged. Diagnosis & Treatment [list bull-blackball] Not a Formal Diagnosis: Malignant narcissism is not listed in the DSM-5. It is a conceptual construct described by psychologists like Otto Kernberg. Treatment Challenges: Treatment is difficult because they rarely believe they need help and often refuse to take responsibility. Potential Therapy: While there is no specific cure, therapies aimed at reducing antisocial behaviors or treating co-occurring conditions might be used if the individual is willing. How to Cope [list bull-blackball] Set Boundaries: Establish firm boundaries, though these are often tested. Maintain Distance: Limit interactions to protect yourself from manipulation and abuse. Disengage: Avoid trying to win arguments or seeking revenge. Focus on Self-Care: Seek therapy for yourself to manage the impact of the abuse.

lee wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:16pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel, can't ever recall Iran government chanting "death to America".

Iran would never station a group in a foreign country and arm them to attack Israel and American military assets.

But if they did I'm sure they would announce their plans on CNN in advance.

Leroy wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:31pm:

lee wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel, can't ever recall Iran government chanting "death to America". Iran would never station a group in a foreign country and arm them to attack Israel and American military assets. But if they did I'm sure they would announce their plans on CNN in advance.

they only shout out "death to america" when they see what is happening in gaza and who is supplying the weapons to facilitate it :(

In no way does it justify starting WWIII.

Sir lastnail wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:35pm:

Leroy wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:31pm: lee wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel, can't ever recall Iran government chanting "death to America". Iran would never station a group in a foreign country and arm them to attack Israel and American military assets. But if they did I'm sure they would announce their plans on CNN in advance. they only shout out "death to america" when they see what is happening in gaza and who is supplying the weapons to facilitate it :( In no way does it justify starting WWIII.

Yes I did forget they are supplying weapons to Hamas to facilitate a war with the intention of wiping out Israel. And they supplied weapons to Houthies too.

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:16pm:

Is Trump a malignant narcissist?

Yes.

Also an adjudicated rapist, sociopath, and convicted felon.

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:53pm:

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: Is Trump a malignant narcissist? Yes. Also an adjudicated rapist, sociopath, and convicted felon.

Wow - he could keep a whole team of psychiatrists busy for years.    :o

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:55pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:53pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: Is Trump a malignant narcissist? Yes. Also an adjudicated rapist, sociopath, and convicted felon. Wow - he could keep a whole team of psychiatrists busy for years.    :o

Yes.

As long as they don't mind not being paid.

Leroy wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:31pm:

Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel, can't ever recall Iran government chanting "death to America".

Do you have to declare it when you are funding Hezbollah? ;D ;D ;D ;D

"Iranian external operations refer to the activities conducted by the Islamic Republic of Iran in foreign countries since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. These are primarily carried out by Unit 840 of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Quds Force (IRGC-QF), supported by the Ministry of Intelligence and other actors. They employ military, intelligence, diplomatic, cyber, and proxy methods to advance Iran's foreign policy objectives. These operations have a global reach, with a particular focus on the Middle East, Africa, Central Asia, Latin America and Europe. "

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iranian_external_operations

Trump won't be happy knowing that JD failed.

He shouldn't be surprised though.

US Vice-President JD Vance says Tehran's negotiating team did not accept Washington's terms, adding "this is our final and best offer"

This is the beginning of the end for the make-up wearing couch humper.

The whole situation is depressing.

It was proven before that e.g.
in Germany in WW2 -
the Nazis were prepared and accepted that
their whole country would be turned into a smoking pile of rubble
before they gave up and surrendered -

same with the Japs -
almost every city was all rubble before they dropped the A bombs.

Same happened in Gaza -
even after there is nothing left Hamas still hasn't surrendered -
while they live in tunnels like rats.

Iran is the same - even a threat to send them back to the stone age
hasn't changed their minds.

What does it prove? -

it proves that evil people in those countries were prepared to
have everyone of their citizens die rather than surrender.

Leroy wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:45pm:

Sir lastnail wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:35pm: Leroy wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:31pm: lee wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel, can't ever recall Iran government chanting "death to America". Iran would never station a group in a foreign country and arm them to attack Israel and American military assets. But if they did I'm sure they would announce their plans on CNN in advance. they only shout out "death to america" when they see what is happening in gaza and who is supplying the weapons to facilitate it :( In no way does it justify starting WWIII. Yes I did forget they are supplying weapons to Hamas to facilitate a war with the intention of wiping out Israel. And they supplied weapons to Houthies too.

unguided missiles are no match for F-35's and GBU-39 guided missiles or Mark-84, 2000 pound bunker buster bombs. Wonder where they are getting them from ?? :(

Sir lastnail wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 5:10pm:

unguided missiles are no match for F-35's and GBU-39 guided missiles

Whoever said they were unguided? Ballistic missiles have to have some kind of guidance.

"Iran has developed a variety of guided missiles, including air-to-air, air-to-surface, anti-ship, and ballistic missiles"

Fro AI. ::)

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 1:05pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 1:03pm: Wow, JD failed. What a surprise   :o We're doomed.    :o

So? Now DL has to keep his promise and destroy an entire civilisation tonight. He didn't want this to happen, remember, but now it will.

Iranians will have to learn what it's like to have no electricity or drinking water. Donnie always was a bit of a disrupter, no? It'll do the Iranians some good to have a little adversity.

Armageddonism, innit.

Meh.

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lee wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:16pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

He's right, Greggery. Donnie always said his plans for genocide were an IF.

You shouldn't just assume the mullahs won't change their minds, apologise and call the whole thing off, but what do we care?

Lee's been planning on getting an EV anyway.

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:00pm:

Donnie always said his plans for genocide were an IF.

Strange answer to a comment on the Dem's. ;D ;D ;D ;D

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 5:00pm:

The whole situation is depressing. It was proven before that e.g. in Germany in WW2 - the Nazis were prepared and accepted that their whole country would be turned into a smoking pile of rubble before they gave up and surrendered - same with the Japs - almost every city was all rubble before they dropped the A bombs. Same happened in Gaza - even after there is nothing left Hamas still hasn't surrendered - while they live in tunnels like rats. Iran is the same - even a threat to send them back to the stone age hasn't changed their minds. What does it prove? - it proves that evil people in those countries were prepared to have everyone of their citizens die rather than surrender.

Oh well. You can't say DL didn't try to stop WWIII, eh?

He gave it a go, Bobby. Who's your next DL gonna be?

lee wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:02pm:

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:00pm: Donnie always said his plans for genocide were an IF. Strange answer to a comment on the Dem's. ;D ;D ;D ;D

The Dems, was it?

I say, do you think JD offered the mullahs the chance to go back to Obama's nuke deal?

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:03pm:

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 5:00pm: The whole situation is depressing. It was proven before that e.g. in Germany in WW2 - the Nazis were prepared and accepted that their whole country would be turned into a smoking pile of rubble before they gave up and surrendered - same with the Japs - almost every city was all rubble before they dropped the A bombs. Same happened in Gaza - even after there is nothing left Hamas still hasn't surrendered - while they live in tunnels like rats. Iran is the same - even a threat to send them back to the stone age hasn't changed their minds. What does it prove? - it proves that evil people in those countries were prepared to have everyone of their citizens die rather than surrender. Oh well. You can't say DL didn't try to stop WWIII, eh? He gave it a go, Bobby. Who's your next DL gonna be?

Looks like JD is stepping up to the plate.

Will the public accept his beard?

Leroy wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 3:31pm:

lee wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 3:16pm: greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:51pm: They won't threaten genocide or start and endless war with no exit plan. maybe. You really shouldn't make assumptions. it gets you all the time. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D Can't ever recall Iran threatening to wipe out Israel,

Me either, Biggest. They never once announced their intention to destroy an entire civilisation tonight.

At least DL's up front about it, no?

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:07pm:

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:03pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 5:00pm: The whole situation is depressing. It was proven before that e.g. in Germany in WW2 - the Nazis were prepared and accepted that their whole country would be turned into a smoking pile of rubble before they gave up and surrendered - same with the Japs - almost every city was all rubble before they dropped the A bombs. Same happened in Gaza - even after there is nothing left Hamas still hasn't surrendered - while they live in tunnels like rats. Iran is the same - even a threat to send them back to the stone age hasn't changed their minds. What does it prove? - it proves that evil people in those countries were prepared to have everyone of their citizens die rather than surrender. Oh well. You can't say DL didn't try to stop WWIII, eh? He gave it a go, Bobby. Who's your next DL gonna be? Looks like JD is stepping up to the plate. Will the public accept his beard?

I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he?

Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter.

So, who's it gonna be?

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:13pm:

I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be?

I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs
and hide behind their beards.   :-[

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:06pm:

The Dems, was it?

So you didn't know what you were commenting on. That is so you. ;D ;D ;D ;D

lee wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 7:14pm:

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:06pm: The Dems, was it? So you didn't know what you were commenting on. That is so you. ;D ;D ;D ;D

Why are you talking about the Dems, Lee?

This is so you.

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 6:21pm:

[quote author=Karnal link=1775962520/30#30 date=1775981587] I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be?

I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs
and hide behind their beards.   :-[/quote]

Right, so you'll never go for JD, is it?

How about DL? Will you back him for a third term?

JD would have been pushing a very bad deal for Iran. No surprise here.

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 7:39pm:

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:21pm: [quote author=Karnal link=1775962520/30#30 date=1775981587] I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be? I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs and hide behind their beards.   :-[/quote] Right, so you'll never go for JD, is it? How about DL? Will you back him for a third term?

Ohh come on - Trump will be 80 in a few months -
I doubt he'll even survive his 2nd term.   ::)

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 8:34pm:

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 7:39pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:21pm: [quote author=Karnal link=1775962520/30#30 date=1775981587] I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be? I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs and hide behind their beards.   :-[/quote] Right, so you'll never go for JD, is it? How about DL? Will you back him for a third term? Ohh come on - Trump will be 80 in a few months - I doubt he'll even survive his 2nd term.   ::)

Then WHY did you demand his election? He's been in power for a little more than a year, you redeculous old thing.

When we told you just this in 2024, you said ohh come on, DL's my hero.

Say it, Bobby. It's time.

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 8:39pm:

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 8:34pm: Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 7:39pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:21pm: [quote author=Karnal link=1775962520/30#30 date=1775981587] I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be? I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs and hide behind their beards.   :-[/quote] Right, so you'll never go for JD, is it? How about DL? Will you back him for a third term? Ohh come on - Trump will be 80 in a few months - I doubt he'll even survive his 2nd term.   ::) Then WHY did you demand his election? He's been in power for a little more than a year, you redeculous old thing. When we told you just this in 2024, you said ohh come on, DL's my hero. Say it, Bobby. It's time.

Look - it was a choice between cackling Kamala DEI or bullshit artist Trump -

not much of a choice.    ::)

https://i.imgur.com/RLk4Rot.jpeg

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 2:01pm:

Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again.

How did Obama sending pallet loads of cash work out?


Quote:

The Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament: “We tried to develop nuclear weapons, but couldn't keep it secret.” The Islamic Republic is openly saying that they’re trying to develop nuclear weapons. They’re literally saying it out loud. https://x.com/EYakoby/status/2026884102838764002

Quote:

Hilarious footage of Qalibaf resurfaces where he time and time again stated how they would NEVER  EVER negotiate with “the gambler” @realDonaldTrump — “he is the killer of Ghasem Soleimani” Now they are negotiating to save their dying terrorist mafia organization, shaking hands with the very same people who not only killed Soleimani and turned Mojtaba into a cardboard figure/woman AI voice-on-a-big screen-portrait, but also their Imam & Supreme leader Khamenei, who is STILL NOT laid to rest by the way! Now these people are shaking hands, smiling, talking about deals, ceasefire and peace 🤣 https://x.com/Savakzadeh/status/2043126779112501255

Over 40 days they still haven't buried Ali Khamenei.

They held a service for 40 days since death for this muslim leader in a Church to keep it secret.

Israel has bombed Hezbollah funerals which saves on logistics as they made their own way to cemetary just have to dig a few more holes.

Donald J. Trump

@realDonaldTrump

So, there you have it, the meeting went well, most points were agreed to, but the only point that really mattered, NUCLEAR, was not. Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz. At some point, we will reach an “ALL BEING ALLOWED TO GO IN, ALL BEING ALLOWED TO GO OUT” basis, but Iran has not allowed that to happen by merely saying, “There may be a mine out there somewhere,” that nobody knows about but them. THIS IS WORLD EXTORTION, and Leaders of Countries, especially the United States of America, will never be extorted. I have also instructed our Navy to seek and interdict every vessel in International Waters that has paid a toll to Iran. No one who pays an illegal toll will have safe passage on the high seas. We will also begin destroying the mines the Iranians laid in the Straits. Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL! Iran knows, better than anyone, how to END this situation which has already devastated their Country. Their Navy is gone, their Air Force is gone, their Anti Aircraft and Radar are useless, Khomeini, and most of their “Leaders,” are dead, all because of their Nuclear ambition. The Blockade will begin shortly. Other Countries will be involved with this Blockade. Iran will not be allowed to profit off this Illegal Act of EXTORTION. They want money and, more importantly, they want Nuclear. Additionally and, at an appropriate moment, we are fully “LOCKED AND LOADED,” and our Military will finish up the little that is left of Iran! President DONALD J. TRUMP




Apr 12, 2026, 10:52 PM

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 8:43pm:

Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 8:39pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 8:34pm: Big Donger wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 7:39pm: Bobby. wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 6:21pm: [quote author=Karnal link=1775962520/30#30 date=1775981587] I can't see how, Bobby. He can hardly campaign on stopping WWIII, now can he? Of course, you said you'd never support a prez with a beard - or eye shadow for that matter. So, who's it gonna be? I dunno - men with beards tend to tell fibs and hide behind their beards.   :-[/quote] Right, so you'll never go for JD, is it? How about DL? Will you back him for a third term? Ohh come on - Trump will be 80 in a few months - I doubt he'll even survive his 2nd term.   ::) Then WHY did you demand his election? He's been in power for a little more than a year, you redeculous old thing. When we told you just this in 2024, you said ohh come on, DL's my hero. Say it, Bobby. It's time. Look - it was a choice between cackling Kamala DEI or bullshit artist Trump - not much of a choice.    ::)

Oh yes, there was. You said DL would save us from WWIII. Now, it's only just begun.

Admit it. Ever get the feeling you've been farmed?

Baronvonrort wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 11:24pm:

greggerypeccary wrote on Apr 12th, 2026 at 2:01pm: Things are gonna get a whole lot worse until the adults are in charge again. How did Obama sending pallet loads of cash work out? Quote: The Deputy Speaker of the Iranian Parliament: “We tried to develop nuclear weapons, but couldn't keep it secret.” The Islamic Republic is openly saying that they’re trying to develop nuclear weapons. They’re literally saying it out loud. https://x.com/EYakoby/status/2026884102838764002

According to the International Atomic Energy Commission?

Perfect. Now, Bobby's just confessed.

You?

Bobby. wrote on Apr 12^th, 2026 at 12:55pm:

The war will start again.       :'( https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-iran-talks-pause-now-disagreements-remain-2026-04-11/ Summary Both Iran and US say talks have ended Both sides had 'mood swings' during talks, Pakistani source says Iran seeks Lebanon ceasefire, reparations, control of Hormuz US wants Iran to commit to not developing nuclear weapons

The Iranian Mullah's are a pretty slippery 'animal'.  !!

But Donald is a 'player'.

The Mullah's haven't encountered anyone like Donald Trump before !

And......"it ain't over, until its over."



Trump is a true maverick.      < ----- and this is also the reason, why Trump is so hated.

He is not a virtuous man.

But he is a man 'appropriate' to this age.

He is a person who has the ability, to unsettle those,
who wish to 'put into harness' [and control] men such as himself.

He's a player.


maverick = = an unorthodox or independent-minded person: a maverick

Why would you say this if not signaling that you are OK to help with the blockade?   :o

Australia could 'absolutely' contribute to war effort if a request is made

By Courtney Gould

Vice Admiral Mark Hammond says Australia would be "absolutely' capable of assisting in the Middle East if requested to.

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(ABC News: Stuart Carnegie)

It's the same tone struck by the current ADF chief, Admiral David Johnston, last week when he pushed back on suggestions the navy would struggle to contribute a warship to efforts in the strait.

Hammond says the navy is as "ready as it ever has been".

"The question of contribution is one for consideration by the Australian government should they receive a request and there's been no such request as yet," Hammond says.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said earlier there had been no request made for Australia to participate in the US's planned blockade.


https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-04-13/federal-politics-live-albanese-fuel-iran-critical-minerals/106551548



What a FLIRT!   ;D

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🇺🇸🇵🇰🇮🇷 Pakistan has proposed joint patrols of the Strait of Hormuz to Iran and the United States, Al Jazeera reports.
Iran refused.

I suppose there is the chance that Iran was bluffing about mines in the strait.

We will find out fairly soon.

Of course, with Trump whose idea on life was outlined in his book: "If they come at you with a knife, go after them with a bazooka" or words to that effect, I reckon he will dump some more "bigly" weapons on Iran yet.   :(

Did someone tell Trump about JFK and blockades? Not wise, Trump would think that to be a great idea and wish to have the biggest blockade ever.   :o