Qalibaf (Iran): The same story of fake news is repeating – Operation 'Comrades, Trust Me' failed - The Trump war was a 'disaster' with zero gains, it made Iran 'very strong'… it will also become wealthy due to Hormuz.
Ultimately, a deal or agreement between the Americans and Iranians regarding the Strait of Hormuz and for peace never existed… it was fabricated news. Reports surfaced that the US and Iran had agreed on a one-page, 14-point peace plan, but Iranian authorities not only rejected this but are warning the American military that it will suffer a new humiliating defeat.
Some of the 14 points proposed by the Americans in their proposal, which was sent to Pakistan to be conveyed to Iran, are considered unacceptable and are being rejected by Tehran. Despite threats, sanctions, military pressure, and the constant escalatory rhetoric from the Donald Trump administration regarding new bombings, Tehran continues to appear resilient, determined, and capable of negotiating from a position of strength.
The latest information regarding a potential memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran comes after weeks of intense military and diplomatic tension; however, Iran states that this is fake news. According to American leaks, the US is seeking a temporary agreement that would include a freeze on the Iranian nuclear program, a gradual lifting of sanctions, and the restoration of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
The head of the Iranian parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, responding to the publication of false news regarding the negotiations, stated: "Operation 'Comrades, trust me' has failed; now they have returned to the usual trend of publishing fake news via Axios." Furthermore, it is revealed that the US froze "Project Freedom" in Hormuz because Saudi Arabia did not permit the use of the Prince Sultan base southeast of Riyadh or the flight of American aircraft over Saudi territory to support the operation.
Qalibaf (Iran): The same story of fake news repeats – Operation 'Trust me bro... failed'
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament and head of negotiations, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, responding to the publication of false news regarding the negotiations, stated: "Operation 'Comrades, trust me' failed; now they have returned to the usual trend of publishing fake news from Axios." Responding to the false news from the American outlet Axios regarding the negotiations, the Speaker considered the news part of the Americans' psychological operations following their heavy defeat in the military operation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Axios, the White House's primary source of false news, was dubbed "Fauxius" – Operation Fauxius – by Qalibaf, inspired by the English word "Faux," meaning false or fake. He argued that the circulation of such reports reflected a common pattern in American media coverage, particularly stories attributed to anonymous sources, which Iranian officials have repeatedly dismissed as baseless and which have later consistently proven to be incorrect.
Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf noted that the psychological operation took place after the failure of "Operation Trust Me Bro," highlighting the ongoing frustration over the hostile intentions of US President Trump toward the Islamic Republic during the latest US aggression. The US and the Israeli regime launched the latest round of unprovoked aggression against Iran from February 28 to April 7.
On April 7, Trump announced a unilateral two-week ceasefire after the Islamic Republic met the aggression with at least 100 waves of decisive and successful retaliation. In a move that sent shockwaves through global energy markets, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz to enemies and their allies and subsequently implemented much stricter controls on the waterway; the US responded with a naval blockade.
Following this, Iran ruled out the possibility of returning to the negotiating table unless the blockade is lifted. On May 6, amid the ongoing resilience of the Islamic Republic, Trump stated that he was "suspending" the so-called Project Freedom, a heavily advertised plan supposedly aimed at forcibly opening the Strait of Hormuz, but as it turned out, "Project Freedom" failed.
Pezeshkian (President of Iran) to Macron: We cannot trust the US
The President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, told French President Emmanuel Macron that Washington's behavior "has diverted the diplomatic path toward threats, pressures, and sanctions" and that Tehran cannot trust the United States. According to a statement from the Iranian presidency, Pezeshkian said that Iran has entered into dialogue with the US twice, and "on both occasions, military aggression against Iran took place simultaneously with the negotiations. Such behavior essentially amounts to a stab in the back."
Pezeshkian stated that any meaningful negotiation requires the termination of the war and guarantees that hostile actions will not be repeated against Iran. He also denied that Iran took military action against the United Arab Emirates, maintaining that the Iranian armed forces clearly announce their positions whenever any military operation is carried out.
Referring to the Strait of Hormuz, Pezeshkian said that Iran had long served as the guarantor of security in the maritime route, but US actions, including the naval blockade, have disrupted stability. "Any negotiation regarding the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz requires the lifting of the naval blockade imposed by the United States," he declared.
According to the statement, Macron expressed Paris's support within the framework of the truce and acknowledged that the American naval blockade and Israeli attacks in Lebanon constitute violations of the ceasefire. At the same time, he stated that France is ready to help advance the negotiations and participate in the process of lifting sanctions against Tehran.
Trump's 7-day ultimatum to Iran for a deal - If Iran doesn't agree now, they will agree a little later
Donald Trump appears optimistic that the United States and Iran are close to an agreement to end the armed conflict, with a potential signing of a relevant memorandum even within the coming week. The revelation was made by Fox News host Bret Baier, following a telephone conversation he had with the American president.
According to Bret Baier, Donald Trump appeared "cautiously optimistic" and estimated that the process could be completed within a week, viewing the memorandum under negotiation as a potential turning point for ending the crisis. America continues to exert intense pressure on Iran to reach an agreement.
Speaking at an event at the White House, the American president stated that the United States is "negotiating with people who very much want to make a deal." Donald Trump argued that it remains to be seen if the potential agreement will be "satisfactory" for the American side, while simultaneously issuing clear insinuations and warnings toward Iran. "If they don't agree, they will end up agreeing a little later," he characteristically stated.
Trump: The war in Iran will end very quickly…
The war in Iran will end very quickly, stated US President Donald Trump in new remarks. During a speech to his supporters, Trump maintained that he predicts a rapid conclusion to the conflict. "When you see the kind of things that are happening, we are doing this for a very important reason: We cannot allow them to obtain a nuclear weapon," Trump said.
"So, I believe most people understand this. They understand that what we are doing is right and it will end quickly," he said, according to Reuters. It is noted that Trump warned Iran that if it does not accept the terms he sets—which include a significant reduction in enriched uranium and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz—then the bombings will resume. In fact, he claimed that the attacks would take place "at a much higher level and intensity."
What emerges from his statements is that the American president, while leaving the window of diplomacy open, is once again exercising a policy of maximum pressure.
Wall Street Journal: The US wants Iran to stop uranium enrichment for 20 years
The US wants Iran to stop uranium enrichment for 20 years, according to the Wall Street Journal, citing sources. According to the same sources, the US is requesting a 20-year moratorium on the Iranian nuclear enrichment program and is demanding the surrender of all enriched nuclear material.
Washington is also seeking the dismantling of facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan, a ban on underground nuclear activities, and inspections on demand. CNN had previously reported, citing sources, that Washington and Tehran are discussing a moratorium on uranium enrichment for a period longer than 10 years.
The Axios website also reported earlier, citing sources, that the US and Iran are close to signing a one-page memorandum to end the armed conflict. The outlet added that Washington expects a response from Iran within the next 48 hours. Earlier, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Tehran is still considering the American proposals and will deliver its response to Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator.
CENTCOM: The US hit the Iranian-flagged tanker Hasna in the Gulf of Oman
US Central Command (CENTCOM) claims that American forces immobilized an Iranian-flagged tanker in the Gulf of Oman. According to the statement, the tanker M/T Hasna was being monitored as it crossed international waters en route to an Iranian port. The Americans warned the ship regarding a violation of the blockade.
"After the crew of the Hasna failed to comply with repeated warnings, US forces disabled the tanker's rudder by firing multiple rounds from a 20mm cannon launched by a US Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet from the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). The Hasna is no longer en route to Iran."
The command added that the American blockade against ships attempting to enter or depart from Iranian ports remains in effect. Washington claims that ships not connected to Iran are free to transit the Strait of Hormuz, provided they do not pay Tehran for passage.
Iranian Army: The US will suffer a "humiliating defeat" if they use talks as a tool of deception
Iran's armed forces remain strong and fully prepared to deliver a "humiliating defeat" to the blackmail of adversaries if the United States uses negotiations with Iran as a cover for further aggression, an Iranian military spokesperson emphasized. The spokesperson for the Iranian Armed Forces warned the United States and Israel against any miscalculation in testing the strength of the armed forces, saying that such provocations will inevitably end in failure.
The enemies of the Islamic Republic, he said, have failed "whenever they tried to test our strength." "If the enemy continues intimidation, we will defeat them in a humiliating way — and this has already happened," he added.
The US freedom plan has failed
The "Project Freedom" in the Persian Gulf has failed; Iran will respond decisively to any hostile action, as the armed forces maintain a "strong and superior strategic stance." In a dramatic turn of events, US President Trump stated that the military operation aimed at obstructing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz was suspended by "mutual agreement," citing what he described as "great progress" toward a potential deal with Iran.
According to Iran, America may seek to use the negotiations as a tool of deception. The Tasnim news agency, citing an informed source, reported that Iran has not yet officially responded to the proposal because certain provisions are considered unacceptable.
Saudi Arabia refused to provide aid to the US for "Project Freedom"... and the US canceled it
NBC News reported that Saudi Arabia opposed the use of its bases and airspace by the US for "Project Freedom" in Hormuz. The sudden retreat of the Americans from the plan, which aimed to help ships transit the Strait of Hormuz, came after a key US ally in the Persian Gulf suspended permission for the use of its bases and airspace for the operation, according to two US officials.
Officials say that Trump surprised his Gulf allies and angered Saudi leaders by announcing "Project Freedom" on social media. In response, Saudi Arabia informed the United States that it would not allow the use of the Prince Sultan airbase southeast of Riyadh or the flight of American aircraft over Saudi Arabia in support of the operation.
Trump's phone call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman failed to resolve the issue and, according to two US officials, this forced the president to suspend Project Freedom until the American military's access to this airspace is restored.
The Trump war was a "disaster" with zero gains, it made Iran "very strong"… it will become rich due to Hormuz
Trump's military aggression against Iran was simply a disaster – it yielded no strategic benefits at all, while simultaneously fueling domestic inflation, alienating European allies, and elevating Iran to the ranks of "very, very powerful countries," emphasized Judge Andrew Napolitano, a former New Jersey Superior Court judge, columnist, and political commentator. He said that the US-Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran has yielded no tangible benefits for the United States and that President Trump has not achieved his stated goals of seizing or degrading Iran's nuclear materials and ballistic missile capabilities.
"On the contrary, Trump has suffered a significant loss of international credibility and domestic standing. Inflation in fuel and food prices has skyrocketed across America, while European allies—including Germany, France, Spain, and the UK—have refused to participate in what they view as a conflict driven by Israeli interests rather than American national security," said Andrew Napolitano.
The Strait of Hormuz, which was once a reliable, almost perfect global shipping route, has been transformed into a "contested battle zone driving global oil prices higher," Andrew Napolitano said, adding that the war from the American perspective was a "disaster." "The refusal of key European allies—particularly Germany, France, Spain, and the UK—to participate in the so-called 'liberation operation' in the Strait of Hormuz underscores a fundamental recognition: this is not their war. These nations have recognized the conflict as a result of Israel's strategic choices and President Trump's subservience to Israeli demands," stated Andrew Napolitano.
Andrew Napolitano was quick to add that the Europeans gain nothing from this and that Trump has been "politically degraded by this lack of allied support." He said that despite the "widely recognized" view that Trump's unprovoked war against Iran "justifies impeachment on legal and constitutional grounds," the current Republican-controlled Congress remains "unwilling to act."
"Lawmakers, though they privately believe impeachment is justified, reportedly fear the president. However, the political landscape is expected to change dramatically by January 2027, when Democrats are projected to control Congress. At that point, there will be sufficient political will and courage to initiate impeachment proceedings," Andrew Napolitano stated.
One significant outcome of the war, he commented, is the "emergence of Iran as a formidable military power" that has frustrated both the US and Israel, calling it an "unprecedented achievement in modern history." Iran, he noted, has entered the category of "very, very powerful countries," having managed, thanks to "courage, will, and capability," to halt the advance of two of the world's most powerful militaries. "If Iran proceeds to impose tolls on shipping traffic in Hormuz, it will become incredibly wealthy very soon, further strengthening its position among the most powerful nations in the world," said Andrew Napolitano, adding that this leverage could act as a "de facto recovery mechanism, allowing Iran to react to any future attempts to impose sanctions."
Unprecedented - Bloomberg: OPEC oil production fell to a 36-year low or 20.55 million barrels per day
Oil production in OPEC countries fell to a 36-year low in April 2026, reports Bloomberg. According to the agency, due to the conflict in the Middle East, production in April amounted to just 20.55 million barrels per day. According to Bloomberg, the largest collapse of the oil market in history led to higher prices for gasoline, jet fuel, and diesel.
It is recalled that in late April, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced they would withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the OPEC+ alliance on May 1st. The Western press wrote that the UAE withdrawal from OPEC was a victory for US President Trump, who had accused the organization of robbing the rest of the world by inflating oil prices.
It was noted that the Emirates' decision could lead to chaos and weaken OPEC, which usually seeks to present a unified front despite its internal disagreements. It also deals a serious blow to the de facto leader of OPEC, Saudi Arabia.
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