US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s demand for financial compensation over damages from the recent military conflict, saying Tehran should instead compensate victims of attacks linked to Iran. Trump said he has instructed US negotiators to include counterclaims in future talks. The dispute comes amid tensions over sanctions, war reparations and the Strait of Hormuz.
Washington, DC [US], August 10: US President Donald Trump on Monday rejected Iran's demand for financial compensation over damages incurred during the US-Israeli military operations in the country, asserting that Tehran must instead be held accountable for casualties resulting from its own actions.
Taking to Truth Social, the US President noted that Iranian representatives were seeking compensation for damage caused during the "last five months Military Conflict", which he stated erupted after Iran refused to give up its nuclear weapons ambition.
Trump rejects Iran's demand
Describing Iran's demand for compensation as an "interesting idea", Trump indicated that he would present a counter-demand during future diplomatic negotiations.
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