Trump threatens Iran with annihilation if no deal after midterms

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President Donald Trump threatened to "annihilate" Iran and "drive them into hell" if Tehran refuses a deal, telling the UN General Assembly a "big decision" on Iran is likely after the US midterm elections. Trump called for continued international pressure on Tehran, thanking the UN Security Council for condemning Iran's attacks on commercial shipping. He claimed the US Navy escorted over 1 billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, with flows higher than at any point since the war started. Despite his threats, Trump said he believes Iran will agree to a deal after the midterms, claiming Iranian officials are waiting to see his election performance. He is scheduled to meet with 11 world leaders, including the British, Ukrainian, and Venezuelan representatives.


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