I am no war historian, but isn’t the country that “lost the war and was totally obliterated “ supposed to be anxious to sign a peace treaty instead of being in the driver’s seat dictating what the peace deal will look like or when it will occur?
And it should be UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER! Didn’t work out that way but MAGA swallows whatever he writes, apart from Epstein for some of them.
I am no war historian, but isn’t the country that “lost the war and was totally obliterated “ supposed to be anxious to sign a peace treaty instead of being in the driver’s seat dictating what the peace deal will look like or when it will occur?
And it should be UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER! Didn’t work out that way but MAGA swallows whatever he writes, apart from Epstein for some of them.
nothing quite as pathetic as a leader speaking loudly with a little stick. We have lost much credibility as a leading nation because of the idiots.
a few weeks ago: "Trump, in a social media post on Friday, demanded "unconditional surrender" from Tehran, after which he said would come the selection of "acceptable" new leaders and a rebuilding of the Middle Eastern nation."
Yes since you don't call out the Iranian and other governments that massacre protesters. When you single out Israel for condemnation then it is antisemitism.
Just checking is it anti-semitic to criticize Israel for trying to destroy a dam in Lebanon today?
The current ceasefire has made them richer than ever through oil embargo relief. They are stronger than ever by controlling the strait. Their military is being rebuilt by China. And their leverage against Arab foes is greater. And their enemy (the US) is hurting itself every day that goes by.
They are making a lot of money off of the oil that they can’t export? I’m not sure I follow your logic.
On 12 May, the cost of the war to the US military was estimated at nearly US$29 billion, and the Pentagon requested a further US$200 billion. By 31 March, the cost to Arab countries was estimated at over US$120 billion. The Iranian government assessed the damage to their own economy as at least $300 billion and possibly as much as $1 trillion by 11 April.
Israel is wanting to launch a massive "ceasefire" attack in Lebanon, but is currently being held back by the Trump administration. And by "ceasefire" attack, I am referring to Israel's practice of launching a massive one last blast attack before agreeing to a ceasefire. Israel has been bombing Gaza repeatedly in what looks like a back door channel to submarining the peace process with Iran.
Another slap fight broke out with the US launching attacks on Iranian missile sites along the Strait. Reports are that an Iranian speed boat opened fire on a US naval vessel, prompting a response from the US. IRGC has promised a response, but nothing so far.
Trump said negotiations were "proceeding nicely" but warned that strikes could resume at any time and that he was growing impatient but also not wanting to rush negotiations.
Aside from the umpteenth pile of bull from Trump, a significant development has been a goal post moving claim from the US that any deal should include a requirement that the Gulf states, including Iran, join the Abraham Accords.
The nuke issue took a turn with a proposal that China take possession of Iran's enriched uranium. That would be a step forward as China does not want to see any nuclear proliferation.
Iranian diplomats are in Qatar for further negotiations. Trump is having a big Nat Sec meeting at Camp David tomorrow to discuss further negotiations and military plans.
The only thing that indicates that a deal might actually happen is the shift from Vance to Rubio on negotiations. Witkoff is still in the mix, but it looks like Rubio is now running the show. Kushner is on vacation with Ivanka. Witkoff and Kushner have been running negotiations like a real estate deal and have been wasting everyone's time. Rubio is no great statesmen, but is smarter than Witkoff (saying very little) and has a political future to look after which Kushner does not. Rubio has sold Iran on his claim that the US would need congressional authorization to resume the war in order to keep Iran engaged in negotiations. But at the end of the day, everything has to be approved by Trump. So, it just depends on who was on FoxNews as to whether any deal gets approved.
Israel is wanting to launch a massive "ceasefire" attack in Lebanon, but is currently being held back by the Trump administration. And by "ceasefire" attack, I am referring to Israel's practice of launching a massive one last blast attack before agreeing to a ceasefire. Israel has been bombing Gaza repeatedly in what looks like a back door channel to submarining the peace process with Iran.
Another slap fight broke out with the US launching attacks on Iranian missile sites along the Strait. Reports are that an Iranian speed boat opened fire on a US naval vessel, prompting a response from the US. IRGC has promised a response, but nothing so far.
Trump said negotiations were "proceeding nicely" but warned that strikes could resume at any time and that he was growing impatient but also not wanting to rush negotiations.
Aside from the umpteenth pile of bull from Trump, a significant development has been a goal post moving claim from the US that any deal should include a requirement that the Gulf states, including Iran, join the Abraham Accords.
The nuke issue took a turn with a proposal that China take possession of Iran's enriched uranium. That would be a step forward as China does not want to see any nuclear proliferation.
Iranian diplomats are in Qatar for further negotiations. Trump is having a big Nat Sec meeting at Camp David tomorrow to discuss further negotiations and military plans.
The only thing that indicates that a deal might actually happen is the shift from Vance to Rubio on negotiations. Witkoff is still in the mix, but it looks like Rubio is now running the show. Kushner is on vacation with Ivanka. Witkoff and Kushner have been running negotiations like a real estate deal and have been wasting everyone's time. Rubio is no great statesmen, but is smarter than Witkoff (saying very little) and has a political future to look after which Kushner does not. Rubio has sold Iran on his claim that the US would need congressional authorization to resume the war in order to keep Iran engaged in negotiations. But at the end of the day, everything has to be approved by Trump. So, it just depends on who was on FoxNews as to whether any deal gets approved.
1. Trump has no power over Israel. Here is what Israel just did an hour or so ago in Lebanon :
2. No deal is forthcoming. This war is for Israel with the goal of ending Iran as a regional power. And this has not been accomplished. In fact, I don't think it can be done. But Zionists are fanatics, not analysts
Let's see how Iran responds.
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At Least 31 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Attacks on Southern Lebanon Attacks centered on Tyre and Nabatieh Districts by Jason Ditz | May 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm ET | Israel, Lebanon As Israeli forces launch new ground offensives further northern into southern Lebanon, the IDF has also issued a flurry of evacuation notices in the already occupied southern areas, and the ensuing airstrikes against those areas left at least 31 killed and 40 others wounded, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry.
Israeli Attacks Across Gaza Kill at Least 10 Palestinians Five were killed by an Israeli drone in the Maghazi refugee camp as an Israeli-backed militia was attempting to storm the area by Dave DeCamp | May 26, 2026 at 1:34 pm ET | Gaza, Israel Updated on May 26, 2026, at 5:25 pm EST Israeli attacks across Gaza on Tuesday have killed at least ten Palestinians as the Israeli military continues its constant violations of the US-backed ceasefire deal. The Palestinian news agency WAFA reported that Israeli airstrikes on a residential building in Gaza City on Tuesday evening killed three Palestinians, including a woman. Israel later claimed that the attack targeted Mohammed Odeh, the chief of Hamas’s military wing, and Israeli media said he was likely killed, but his death has not been confirmed by Hamas.
Well, I'm always surprised here. Not sure why US market is euphoric over a deal in Hormuz, when US just attacked Iran again. They will interpret that as an insult and drag out negotiations for a couple more weeks as retribution.
I just made my market entry with long oil and short the Russel 2000. I didn't do anything all last week, but this offers much better entry points than 1 week ago and I have even stronger conviction now.
Trump's lie came Sunday that deal was close. Insiders made money Tuesday am, and since then the lie becomes exposed. Familiar pattern.
Well, I'm always surprised here. Not sure why US market is euphoric over a deal in Hormuz, when US just attacked Iran again. They will interpret that as an insult and drag out negotiations for a couple more weeks as retribution.
I just made my market entry with long oil and short the Russel 2000. I didn't do anything all last week, but this offers much better entry points than 1 week ago and I have even stronger conviction now.
Trump's lie came Sunday that deal was close. Insiders made money Tuesday am, and since then the lie becomes exposed. Familiar pattern.
Hang on tight, here we go.
The future market is more convinced that Trump will fold even more. But Trump has a very serious mental decline that’s getting worse by the day, so who knows?
The Strait of Hormuz is still closed and accounts for about 20% of oil transports while global usage continues to be about the same.
Well, I'm always surprised here. Not sure why US market is euphoric over a deal in Hormuz, when US just attacked Iran again. They will interpret that as an insult and drag out negotiations for a couple more weeks as retribution.
I just made my market entry with long oil and short the Russel 2000. I didn't do anything all last week, but this offers much better entry points than 1 week ago and I have even stronger conviction now.
Trump's lie came Sunday that deal was close. Insiders made money Tuesday am, and since then the lie becomes exposed. Familiar pattern.
Hang on tight, here we go.
It almost certainly is manipulation. The market is soaring as the geopolitical situation goes to hell. Oil prices drop as the supply dwindles. The MSM and WH have told the lie that we are close to a peace deal what, 15 times now? Each and every time a total lie. Each and every time used as cover for the soaring market and tanking oil prices.
How long can they prop up the market with falsehoods. I would think at some point this all falls to pieces.
Excellent news but one very active poster (Hamas supporter) is in mourning now that a Hamas terrorist has met his just demise.
Good news for Israel First posters:
At Least 31 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Attacks on Southern Lebanon Attacks centered on Tyre and Nabatieh Districts by Jason Ditz | May 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm ET | Israel, Lebanon As Israeli forces launch new ground offensives further northern into southern Lebanon, the IDF has also issued a flurry of evacuation notices in the already occupied southern areas, and the ensuing airstrikes against those areas left at least 31 killed and 40 others wounded, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. Posted this earlier but deleted asap. AS a personal attack! Of course calling people supporters of Hamas terrorism is not a personal attack and allowed to stand!
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Excellent news but one very active poster (Hamas supporter) is in mourning now that a Hamas terrorist has met his just demise.
Good news for Israel First posters:
At Least 31 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Attacks on Southern Lebanon Attacks centered on Tyre and Nabatieh Districts by Jason Ditz | May 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm ET | Israel, Lebanon As Israeli forces launch new ground offensives further northern into southern Lebanon, the IDF has also issued a flurry of evacuation notices in the already occupied southern areas, and the ensuing airstrikes against those areas left at least 31 killed and 40 others wounded, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. Posted this earlier but deleted asap. AS a personal attack! Of course calling people supporters of Hamas terrorism is not a personal attack and allowed to stand!
Yet you carry water for Hamas and defend whatever atrocities they commit.
Excellent news but one very active poster (Hamas supporter) is in mourning now that a Hamas terrorist has met his just demise.
Good news for Israel First posters:
At Least 31 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Attacks on Southern Lebanon Attacks centered on Tyre and Nabatieh Districts by Jason Ditz | May 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm ET | Israel, Lebanon As Israeli forces launch new ground offensives further northern into southern Lebanon, the IDF has also issued a flurry of evacuation notices in the already occupied southern areas, and the ensuing airstrikes against those areas left at least 31 killed and 40 others wounded, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. Posted this earlier but deleted asap. AS a personal attack! Of course calling people supporters of Hamas terrorism is not a personal attack and allowed to stand!
I think Hamas should be brought to justice and the organization is designated a terrorist organization in EU. But not here, though.
At Least 31 Killed, 40 Wounded in Israeli Attacks on Southern Lebanon Attacks centered on Tyre and Nabatieh Districts by Jason Ditz | May 26, 2026 at 6:30 pm ET | Israel, Lebanon As Israeli forces launch new ground offensives further northern into southern Lebanon, the IDF has also issued a flurry of evacuation notices in the already occupied southern areas, and the ensuing airstrikes against those areas left at least 31 killed and 40 others wounded, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. Posted this earlier but deleted asap. AS a personal attack! Of course calling people supporters of Hamas terrorism is not a personal attack and allowed to stand!
I think Hamas should be brought to justice and the organization is designated a terrorist organization in EU. But not here, though.
But not the biggest killer/terrorist in the region? The IDF?
