Trump alleges that Tehran is now “begging for a deal” amid rising regional tensions
US President Donald Trump has shared a video on social media claiming that recent American strikes on Iran were “20 times bigger” than previously reported, while asserting that Tehran is “begging for a deal” following the military action.
The video, posted on Trump’s social media platform, highlights the scale of the US operation and claims Iran has been left seeking negotiations after suffering heavy losses. The White House has not released additional details to substantiate the video’s assertions.
Trump amplifies claims on social media
In the video shared online, Trump claimed the United States had delivered a far more powerful blow to Iran than publicly known, describing the strikes as “20 times bigger.”
He also alleged that Iran was now seeking a negotiated settlement, saying Tehran was “begging for a deal” in the aftermath of the attacks.
The post comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran following a fresh round of US military strikes.
Fresh escalation in US-Iran tensions
The latest remarks follow US strikes on Iranian targets that Washington said were carried out in retaliation for attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran responded with retaliatory strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, raising fears of a broader regional conflict and disrupting hopes of restoring stability in the Middle East.
Ceasefire prospects dim
Trump’s latest post comes shortly after he declared that the ceasefire with Iran was “over,” although he said US representatives were free to continue diplomatic engagement with Tehran.
Despite leaving the door open for negotiations, the US President expressed little confidence that talks would produce meaningful progress.
Oil markets and regional security in focus
The renewed exchange of military action has fuelled concerns over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil transit routes.
The escalation has also raised fears of renewed disruptions to global energy supplies, with oil prices remaining sensitive to developments in the region.
Diplomatic uncertainty continues
While diplomatic channels remain open, the latest exchange of military strikes and Trump’s comments have added to uncertainty over whether tensions between the US and Iran can be contained.
Neither Washington nor Tehran has indicated any immediate breakthrough in negotiations, leaving the region on edge as international efforts to prevent further escalation continue.
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