Trump dismisses Iran agreement as worthless, signals hardline stance

President Trump has publicly dismissed the value of any nuclear agreement with Iran, including the 'Islamabad Memorandum', signaling a hardened US position and reduced prospects for near-term diplomatic engagement. This rhetoric coincides with a persistent standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, where US claims of near-total control are partially contradicted by ongoing traffic halts. The statements indicate a continued maximum pressure strategy, though their reflection of formal policy remains unclear.