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U.S. President Donald Trump affirmed that the United States does not require a deal with Iran, highlighting that the country has secured hundreds of billions of dollars from Iranian funds and maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz. Trump stated that this control provides the U.S. with a position of strength, making negotiations with Iran unnecessary. He also mentioned that he has instructed his deputy, J.D. Vance, to focus all efforts on combating corruption in cities and states governed by Democratic parties.
