Trump warns ‘shooting’ could start again as fragile Iran truce is tested by Lebanon violence

South China Morning Post National SecurityNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersApril 9, 2026 at 07:11 AM

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Trump warns ‘shooting’ could start again as fragile Iran truce is tested by Lebanon violence

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Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that the U.S. military presence would remain near Iran until it fully complies with a previously reached agreement. He threatened renewed military action if Iran fails to adhere to the terms. This warning comes amid escalating tensions, with Iran deeming further peace talks with the U.S. "unreasonable" following Israeli strikes on Lebanon. Disagreement persists regarding Iran's nuclear program, with Trump claiming Iran agreed to halt uranium enrichment, while Iranian parliament speaker Mohammed Bager Qalibaf stated that enrichment is permitted under the ceasefire terms. Trump also asserted that Iran agreed to no nuclear weapons and to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and safe.

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Key Claims (5)

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Iran's parliament speaker said it was allowed to continue enriching uranium under the ceasefire.

quote — Mohammed Bager Qalibaf100% confidence

Iran said it would be “unreasonable” to proceed with peace talks after Israeli strikes on Lebanon.

factual — Iran100% confidence

The US will start “shooting” again unless Tehran fully complies with the deal.

quote — Donald Trump100% confidence

US military ships and aircraft will remain around Iran.

quote — Donald Trump100% confidence

Iran had agreed to stop enriching uranium.

quote — Donald Trump80% confidence

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Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

Strait of Hormuz 40% Mohammed Bager Qalibaf 50% Israel 60% Washington 60% Lebanon 60% United States ×280% Iran ×790% Donald Trump ×390%

Keywords

iran 100% donald trump 90% us military 80% agreement compliance 70% shooting 70% uranium enrichment 60% nuclear weapons 60% peace deal 50% lebanon violence 50% strait of hormuz 40%