US President Trump says he thinks they will end up with a great deal, speaking to CNBC; Iran has no choice, it is regime change no matter what you want to call it. In a strong negotiating position.
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- Naval blockade has been successful, in control of the Strait.
- Do not want to extend the ceasefire; there is not that much time.
- Iran can get itself onto a good footing with a deal.
- Iran is "bloodthirsty".
- Iran has probably conducted some restocking.
- Iran has been trying to move its missiles around during the ceasefire. US is now much more powerful than it was a few weeks ago, used the ceasefire to restock as well.
- Caught an Iranian ship with gifts from China, thought he had an understanding with China's Xi, says "that's alright".
- Ready to go militarily. Expect to be bombing, it's the better attitude to go into talks with, the military is ready to go.