From Newsgroup: nz.politics

On Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:04:10 +1000
Bruce <Bruce@invalid.invalid> wrote:

That must be why y'all can't beat the
medieval Iranian hate beards.

You are a moron's moron bwuthie-boi: https://x.com/RapidResponse47/status/2043733783078187281
rCyWe have been contacted, Iran is begging for a deal.rCO https://x.com/JasonJournoDC/status/2042987757987856866
"You'd expect the guy that posts about a whole civilization dying would be simultaneously busting up the White House furniture rCo but there's NEVER been ANY reporting of Trump like that behind closed doors."
"In other words, it's not that there's a method to his madness rCo it's that the madness IS his method."
"Trump is capable of EXACTLY what his critics say he isn't: patience, process and genuine deliberation."
"90 minutes before his own deadline, a ceasefire materialized. That's NOT nothing."
"It's certainly not the behavior of someone who needs the 25th
Amendment invoked or warrants impeaching."
AI Overview
Based on reports as of early April 2026, the White House has described the U.S. military action against Iran, known as "Operation Epic Fury," as an "enormously successful" campaign that achieved "total and complete victory".
Key Claims of Iranian Losses (as of April 8-13, 2026):
Military Infrastructure: The White House claims U.S. forces destroyed over 150 Iranian naval vessels, more than 90% of IranrCOs regular naval fleet, 90% of weapons factories, and approximately 80% of IranrCOs air defense systems.
Nuclear Program: President Trump announced that "monumental damage" was done to Iranian nuclear sites, including Fordow and Natanz, claiming the campaign "obliterated" Iran's ability to create nuclear weapons.
Leadership and Personnel: Reports indicate that top Iranian government and military leaders, including the supreme leader, were killed in the strikes, and a human rights group estimated 1,665 civilian casualties in Iran, including 248 children.
Economic Impact: The White House has claimed to have crippled Iran's economy and is enforcing a blockade on Iranian ports following the 38-day combat operation.
Context and Perspectives:
"Maximum Leverage": White House officials argue these actions have forced Iran into a corner, with President Trump stating he will not tolerate an "Iranian nuclear weapons capability".
Ceasefire and Negotiation: Despite declaring victory, the White House entered a two-week ceasefire with Iran on April 7, 2026, to negotiate a permanent settlement, with President Trump stating he is open to a 10-point proposal from Tehran.
Alternative Assessments: While the White House touts a total victory,
other analysts and reports have suggested the campaign has not fully
eliminated the nuclear threat...
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