Peace text agreed, drones still flying: what both sides aren't saying
The contradictions here are extraordinary: Iran's foreign minister, Pakistan's prime minister, and Trump all say a final text exists, yet US forces are still shooting down Iranian drones and Israel is bombing Lebanon. Every side is telling a different story about the same supposed deal.
NYT (June 13): Iran's new leaders believe they've already absorbed the worst the US can deliver — making them harder to pressure, not easier.
Pakistan PM confirmed a 'final, agreed upon text' June 13 — Iran's FM used the word 'never' to describe deal proximity under Trump's pressure.
DW (June 13): After 106 days and 'dozens of promised peace deals,' the global economy stays captive to Hormuz — still effectively closed to normal traffic.
Hidden truth: Centcom shot down multiple Iranian drones in the Strait June 13 — the same day both sides declared the deal 'never been closer.'Read the full breakdown →
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