IAEA to visit Iran - Update

BBC News:  Reports the following, " The head of the global nuclear watchdog has said it will carry out inspections in Iran under the country's preliminary peace agreement with the US. " 

Let's Get Real:

There is no way in the 60 day ceasefire extension that Iran and the US can do the technical details that a nuclear deal will take, it took the Obama Administration 2 years to do, the Tehran Regime will play the UN and Trump.  The Tehran Regime will play in to Trump delusional state of mind, on this Iran has won! The world will suffer later.

Russia for talks with the Ukraine - Update

Sky News: Reports the following, " Vladimir Putin says Russia is ready for peace talks with Ukraine after strikes on its infrastructure led to fuel shortages. "

Let's Get Real:

The Russians are on the backfoot on the front, the Donbas has become a drone War, and the Ukrainian side is winning.  The Russians have not moved from their maximalist agenda, they want the Donbas and a weak Ukraine, the talks idea is to divert attention from the lack of fuel in Russia.  BEWARE the Russian Bear, its claws are out.

Trump insists that the IAEA Inspectors will visit Iran - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump says nuclear site inspectors will be on the ground in Iran ‘at the appropriate time’ "

Let's Get Real:

Every President gets something wrong, JFK and the Bay of Pigs, Ronald Reagan and Iran - Contra, and they are considered GREATS, it comes with the job.  Trump can not see he was played by Iran, they did a great deal for Iran, the US gave to much concessions.  The Trump Oval should admit he was wrong and go back and finish the job.  TAKE down the Tehran with ground troops and win.

UK Zombie Government - Update

BBC News: Reports in 1.20pm post the following, " The government has announced that there will be no new “major policies” or spending decisions during the transition to a new prime minister. " 

Let's Get Real:

Thus for the next couple of weeks the UK Government is in Zombie mode before Andy Burnham becomes PM.  Think if your in the Kremlin, perfect time to hit the Baltic States or Poland, a UK PM on the way out and Trump has shown over Iran that he is a chicken.  NATO would be frozen, and Russia would have an easy victory, would help Putin at home.

UN's IAEA back in to Iran - Update

Fox News: Reports the fallowing, " Trump says Iran must agree to major weapons inspections to ensure future ‘nuclear honesty’  " 

Let's Get Real:

This is good sign, in less Tehran cheats, they have in the past, VP Vance is a dove, opposed the WAR, LBJ would have been appalled, if deal works, Vance will take the credit if the deal works, will help him in 2028 Presidential cycle, if it fails, Trump will blame him.  The omens are good, but as Reagan said, Trust but Verify! 

Starmer Resigns as UK PM

BBC News: Reports in its 9.35pm post the following, "  Keir Starmer says he'll resign as prime minister " 

Let's Get Real:

Sir Keir Starmer should never have PM, his character is suited to being a lawyer.  One can see his going back to his former career, he was Director of Prosecutions.   The PM has to have charisma these days, even liked would be nice! So if no contest, the job goes to Andy Burnham, King of the North, let's hope he is up to the job!.

Switzerland talks are stalled - Update

Guardian: Reports the following, " Iranian negotiators suspend talks with US in protest over Trump threats.....US president has threatened to bomb Iran and kidnap negotiating team unless strait of Hormuz reopened "

Let's Get Real:

VP Vance was happy talk, while Trump was again making threats to Iran.  Its down to Lebanon again and the bad deal by Trump.    The deal gave to many concessions to Iran, US hawks have been critical of the deal, as they should be, it nearly as bad as Munich 1938.  The US has to win the WAR and not give concessions to Iran.

Trump could hit Iran Again - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 2.34pm post the following, " Trump threatens to 'hit Iran very hard' if it doesn't stop Hezbollah 'causing trouble' " 

Let's Get Real:

POTUS does not understand the Middle East, all he understands is real estate and reality TV.  The Jerusalem Government is not going to take orders from Trump, the Government has elections coming up, so does Trump.  The Trump cannot bully Jerusalem any more, the Lebanon War is popular in Israel, it secures Northen Israel from attacks by Hezbollah.  Thus Trump know threatens Iran, Trump has shown he is a chicken of the first order.   They are empty threats from Trump,  he has made to many.  At least the Switzerland talks are going well in the Vice - President Vance, will it be Trump or Vance that are successful.

Sir Keir Starmer to Resign on Monday - Update

 BBC News: Reports the following, " The signs are growing that Monday could see the prime minister set out a plan to stand down. " 

Let's Get Real:

As Lady Thatcher said Betrayal with a smile, that was after 11 years in power.  Sir Keir Starmer has only been in power for 2 years and bit.  I could be WRONG, I think Sir Keir is the shorters serving Labour PM, for the later half of the 20 Century and 21st Century, even Gordon Brown served 3 years before losing the 2010 Election.  ALL political careers end in failure, the fall of Sir Keir will make the history books, for the WRONG reasons.

Witkoff to Switzerland - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 12.35pm post the following, " Witkoff 'travelling to Switzerland' for talks with Iran "

Let's Get Real:

The Tehran is playing the US, they are experts in long drawn out talks.  They made one US Diplomat cry during the Obama Administration.  The US - Iran Deal is good for Tehran Bad for the US, Tehran can close the Strait of Hormuz at any time, it can bring down the Western economy, POTUS is a bad deal maker, he started a WAR he could not finish.

Iran Closes the Strait of Hormuz ( Again ?) - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 3.05pm post the following, " Iran says it is closing Strait of Hormuz over Israeli strikes in Lebanon "

Let's Get Real:

This was always going to happen, the Tehran Regime will place pressure on the Trump Oval to place pressure on Israel, the Jerusalem Government will not move from Lebanon, the security of Northen Israel is at stake, threats of Drones and missiles from Hezbollah and Iran.  The US - Iran was a bad deal, it showed Trump is a chicken of the first order.

Ceasefire in Lebanon - Update

Noted: Read Dr Jill Bidem Memoirs from the East Wing, the interesting moments come with the trial of Hunter Biden, how the First Lady attended every day, even flying from France, the emotional toll on the family.  The decision to run for re-election, Biden admitted that the President had gotten older, but in her view was still up to the job.  How during the debate with Trump, Jill Biden thought her husband had a stroke.  That the Democrats turned against the President and forced him out.  One gets the impression that Joe Biden forgave these people, not so his wife.  That she was passive when Doctors discovered the President had cancer and it had moved to his bones, some First Ladies would have demanded the heads of the Doctors.  One gets the impression that Dr Biden enjoyed being First lady and was blind to her husband's decline. Would explain why his staff thought he would need a wheelchair in his 2nd term, if re-elected.

Guardian:  Reports in its 1.55pm post the following, " Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire - Reuters " 

Let's Get Real:

This down to American pressure or Iranian pressure on the Trump Oval.  Trump has done the worst deal possible and is now having to listen Tehran demands.  The Hawks in the US have been critical and commentary has also being critical.  POTUS has shown he is a chicken of the first order.

Russia Threatening Nuclear War - Update

 Daily Mail:  Reports the following, " Sergei Lavrov warns of 'nuclear strikes with catastrophic consequences' as Russia is humiliated by Ukrainian oil refinery attack "

Let's Get Real:

The usual nuclear sabre rattling by Russia, the Kremlin is on the backfoot so its gets its supporters to talk of nuclear war.  If they had planned to go nuclear they would done it by now, this is PR for the people of Russia, who do not know that Putin had half million men in the Ukraine.  It is time that Putin was overthrown, to save Russia and the World.

US - Iran talks called off - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 8.24am post the following, " US-Iran talks in Switzerland called off "

Let's Get Real: 

The tricky problem of Israel still in Lebanon, the MOU is not popular in Israel and neither is Trump.  The people of Israel think they have been sold out by an ally.  At least Israel is standing up to Hezbollah and Iran, that cannot be said of the Trump Administration.  Trump is a TACO President, a chicken in other words.

Burnham WINS Makerfield and Starmer to stand in any Leadership Contest - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 10.07am post the following, " Starmer says he 'will stand' in any Labour leadership contest "

Let's Get Real:

Thus the clock starts, will Starmer fight in his bunker or go with grace?  So far enjoy the popcorn, it looks like a fight between Starmer, Burnham and Streeting.  When will the candidates fire the gun to start the race, next week when Burnham officially becomes an MP or will someone jump the queue? We shall see.

 

Iran's Supreme Leader Opposed the Memorandum of Understanding- Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Iran leader opposed MOU, but approved it only after Iranian president took responsibility "

Let's Get Real:

The good news for Trump is that Iran's Supreme Leader also opposed the MOU and that the Iranian President took responsibility for it, there are always hawks and Doves in each country.  This latest revelation does not change this blogs and the general opinion that Trump blundered in to a WAR of choice and failed.

Iran to charge fees for Strait of Hormuz - Update

Guardian: Reports the following, " Iran announces plans to bring in maritime fees for strait of Hormuz " 

Let's Get Real: 

This was not the US plan for the Strait and Gulf States are already complaining, the WAR was a strategic blunder of the first order, Tehran states the fees will come in to effect after the extension to the 60 day ceasefire.  Lets be honest there is no way that Tehran will give up its nuclear stockpile, whatever Trump thinks in his delusional mind.  On the whole the WAR was a disaster for Trump and the World. 

The Final US - Iran Deal - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " President Donald Trump formally signed the deal - which is set to reopen the pivotal Strait of Hormuz - while attending the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains in France.  "

Let's Get Real:

The Deal is BAD, it's reopens Strait of Hormuz; it was open before the war; does not guarantee that Iran won't charge service charges, against international law.  No clear agreement on ending Iran' s nuclear stockpile.  The removal sanctions on Iran.  These are just the low points, the Hawks in the Republican Party should have a fit, the Democrats will use the issue in the November elections.  Also Israel will not be happy, they are staying in Lebanon, whatever Trump agrees with the theocracy in Iran.

Burnham for Change - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 5.30pm post the following, " Burnham says he wants to ensure Makerfield byelection 'changes British politics', in eve-of-poll speech to supporters " 

Let's Get Real:

What Burnham wants is to win Makerfield and become PM.  The chief selling point for Burnham is he will replace Sir Keir Starmer, the most disliked PM in the history of polls.  The UK voters have had enough of the Starmer u-turns, 15 or 16 at the last count, no charisma.  Burnham can promise the earth, economic reality has a way of showing political promises are worthless.  Thus a new era with Burnham on Friday, if he wins Makerfield.

The Question of Lebanon and the US - Iran Deal - Update

BBC News:  Reports in its 2.38pm post the following, " Unclear if Lebanon included in deal as Israel launches more strikes " 

Let's Get Real:

Lebanon is in the latest leaked 14 points, Israel should leave Lebanon.  The Israeli Government has made it clear it is not leaving, and will stay in its security zones, Trump can not afford to cross the Israeli lobby before the Mid Terms in November, the Israel supporters in the Republican Party will stand up for Israel.  Trump has said the deal is not final if he is not happy with the final result, this shows how erratic and delusional Trump is at the moment.

Makerfield by election - Support the right candidate - Update

The VOTERS in the Makerfield seat have two clear choices and one candidate to vote for tomorrow

Andy Burnham or the Reform Candidate.

If you elect Burnham he will finish off Sir Keir Starmer.

If you vote Reform, you will finish Labour off in 2028/29 but we will still have Sir Keir as PM.

Thus one choice: Vote Burnham and tell your friends it is for the good of the COUNTRY.

The US - Iran Deal - Appeasement - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 9.44am post the following, " Here are the 14 points reportedly forming the US-Iran memorandum of understanding "

Let's Get Real:

If you want to read what Appeasement looks like, just read the 14 points.  It was written in Tehran.  An investment fund of 300 billion, the ending of the war in Lebanon, ending of sanctions on Iran, respect the internal sovereignty of Iran.  NO wonder the deal is hated in Israel, its worse than Munich 1938.  ONE hopes the Hawks in the US take the deal apart.  The US cannot order Israel around, it is also a nuclear power. On the plus side for the Strait of Hormuz is to open, but no mention of the nuclear stockpile, just Iran saying it does not want a NUKE, Tehran will never give up its nuclear stockpile.

Russian Ship Fires at UK Yacht - Update

Guardian: Reports the following, " Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel – reports.....Ministry of Defence investigates after shots apparently fired within 500 metres of vessel near Isle of Wight "

Let's Get Real:

The Russians again, they fired on the UK Yacht because the UK took one of their shadow tankers, they carry sanction oil.  The UK will have to Dress down the Russian Ambassador, and take more shadow tankers, and make it clear to Russia, our ships can fire back in our Waters.  The Russian bears needs its claws clipped, it has been in the Ukraine, the British Lion needs to show its claws.

Memorandum of Understanding to be sent to Congress - Update

 Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump open to sending MOU to Congress for approval: 'Who wouldn’t approve it?' "

Lets GET Real:

This would be a mistake by POTUS, one can think of a few Republicans and Democrats who would be opposed to the deal, to the hawks it will be seen as a massive blunder and mistake by Trump by folding to Iran.  On the Democratic side they will just oppose because its TRUMP and that he went to War with Iran in the first place.  The Trump Oval should recall its the Mid Terms in a few months time, what if the MoU is defeated, what then, and what if Israel keeps its troops in Lebanon, will they be attacked and how will they respond.  The Trump World might face the real World, and show how deluded the President of the United States is at the moment.

Trump CRITICAL of Israel - Update

Sky News:  Reports in its 11.00am post the following, " Trump says Israel fighting Hezbollah 'too long' and Syria should 'take care' of it "

Let's Get Real:

POTUS has no real understanding of the Middle East, he THINKS as a real estate developer and a reality TV star, there is Trump World and the REAL WORLD.  Israel believes and lives in the REAL WORLD.  They are the ones threatened all around, and the chief culprit is Iran and the terrorist groups they support.  ISRAEL must defend itself from threats.

Trump on Iran's nuclear stockpile - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 2.05pm post the following, "No rush on confiscating enriched uranium - Trump "

Let's Get Real:

The US - Iran deal is WORSE than Munich 1938, it was a strategic blunder equall to Vietnam, Afghanistan and Iraq.  Trump is in no rush to get the nuclear stockpile, no wonder he has not released the plan yet, he is afraid of the outcry from the Right of the Republicans, the Democrats will tear it apart.  This is a disaster for Trump and the World.

Israeli PM says that the US - Iran DEAL is the decision of Trump - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Netanyahu breaks silence on Trump deal: ‘We often agree, often disagree’  "

Let's Get Real:

Israel has made it clear that it is staying in its security zones in Lebanon.  There are a few days days before the official signing ceremony, let's see what happens in Lebanon, a week is a long time in politics!  The Daily Mail reports that VP Vance is not keeping to the line that the Strait of Hormuz will be forever toll fee, that it is for later talks, what about the nuclear stockpile will the US get that or does Iran get to keep its nuclear Ace.  Trump has stated that the US will not give money to the Tehran Government like the Obama Administration did, is that still true, or was it another lie from Trump who cannot tell the difference any more, there is the REAL WORLD and the deluded world of Trump. Time will tell.

J D Vance and the 2028 cycle - Update

CNN: Reports the following, " Vance’s new book puts his Catholic faith at the center of his story — and his political future "

Let's Get Real:

Thus 2028 Presidential cycle starts, Vance wants to be Trump's successor in the Oval Office, as the article notes being Catholic faith has grown in the US; still an requirement to be religious in the Republican race;  but still on long term down in American culture.  Both Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have impressed Trump.  After the Mid Terms should flush out Republicans and Democrats who want to run.  Please no more billionaires or self centered individuals, Trump is enough.

US - Iran Deal Agreed - Pakisran - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Pakistan PM says US-Iran peace deal reached, signing ceremony set for June 19 "

Let's Get Real:

This blog will hold its breath on this, let's see what Israel and Hezbollah do, if its part of the deal that Israel leaves Lebanon, its simply not going to happen no matter what Trump thinks on the issue.  The extension of the ceasefire for another 60 days, will allow the sides to talk.  Let's see if Iran opens the Strait of Hormuz as per the agreement, this blog does not trust Iran to give up its nuclear stockpile.  Tricky days ahead.

Iran ready to STRIKE Israel - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 6.53pm post the following, " Iran warns 'imminent' response coming to Israeli strike on Beirut "

Let's Get Real:

If Iran does attack Israel they have the right to hit back hard.  In the Middle East it always has been an eye for eye, it a violent area, and Israel will have to warn Iran off.  Tehran might grow up and not take action.  This would please Trump on his birthday.  Then the US - Iran can come in to force.

Israel should not have struck Beirut - Trump - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 3.51pm post the following, " Let's not blow it': Trump says Israel's attack on Beirut 'should not have happened' "

Let's Get Real:

All politics is local as a great Democratic Speaker of the House of Representatives once stated.  The Jerusalem Government has to think of the forthcoming elections, the Opposition parties are tougher on Hezbollah than the present Government, thus the Government has to respond to ant attacks on its soldiers or Northen Israel.  On this the Jerusalem Government is right and Trump only cares about Trump and his birthday, today.

Let's Not Blow It, Trump on US - Deal - update

BBC News: Reports in its 3.54pm post the following, " Let's not blow it': Trump says Israeli attack on Beirut 'should not have happened' "

Let's Get Real:

One does wonder if Trump is going to phone Israel to complain, and will Jerusalem take any notice. Israel is not the 51st State, the Israeli PM should not take orders from the Oval.  There are elections in Israel and the US, in the US the Trump Oval could lose the House of Representatives to the Democrats, while the Israeli PM could lose his job.  All politics is local.

IRAN wary about singing deal tomorrow - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " President Donald Trump has said a deal to end fighting between the US and Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday, after Iran cast doubt on the timing. "

Let's Get Real:

It's all about Trump, his birthday tomorrow and it's all about him, no wonder that Tehran is playing about with signing the deal.  Enough is enough, after 2028, non billionaire is need in the Oval please, for the sanity of the World.

US - Iran Deal to be signed tomorrow - Trump - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 5.51pm post the following, " Deal scheduled to be signed tomorrow, Trump says "

Let's Get Real:

Even the VP does not want his fingerprints on the document, it will be done by computer.  How bad is the deal, when will the Strait open, how about Iran's nuclear stockpile, will it ever be removed?  It's Munich 1938 all over again.

Andy Burnham on Welfare - Update

The Times ( Hard Copy ): Reports that Andy Burnham has stated he would cut welfare to increase Defence spending.

Let's Get Real:

Andy Burnham states that he will cut welfare in a new way, in other words he is afraid to take on Labour backbenchers if he is elected on Thursday as MP for Makerfield, and becomes PM after a leadership contest.  There is a simple and controversial answer, no one gets welfare under 25.  In less they are dire circumstances or are not in training or education.  That would be BOLD and the right thing to do! 

Deal Close - Iran - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 4.00pm post the following, " Peace deal has 'never been closer', Iranian foreign minister says  "

Let's Get Real:

The Iranian Government could be one faction in Iran, even if it was reported that the President offered to resign as the government was being shut out of talks.  The hardliners would be the Revolutionary Guard, who want to play hardball with the Americans, it depends who Trump has been talking too, the Doves or the Hawks.  Thus we await more confirmation about the deal from the US and Iran, is the Supreme Leader still alive and active in the talks!  Trump's Presidential Credibility has been shattered by the War of his making.

Update: Sky News reports in its 6.23pm post that,   The Memorandum of Understanding states that the ceasefire will be extended by 60 days.  There will be free access through the Strait of Hormuz, the US will lift the Blockade.   The Iranian nuclear stockpile will be destroyed in Iran and taken out of the Country.  The Tehran Government will only gain gaine benefits back if they follow through on the agreement.  Lets see how this works out, will the US Navy stay AROUND to enforce the deal when Tehran breaks it and they will, to miss quote Reagan, Don't trust and verify, a terrorist Regime cannot be trusted.

Trump CRITICAL of Tehran Regime - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump blasts Iranian media reports, says country must ‘get its act together’  "

Let's Get Real:

Thus we are back to were we started, a very confused world.  One can take the view that Iran is trying to sell the deal to its own people, by lying about the Memorandum of Understanding, or another view that the factions in Tehran are trying to get the upper hand with nominal Supreme Leader under the control of one of the factions.  On D.C front Trump does not want to be seen as an appeaser, what is the TRUTH, God Knows!

US will have no control of the Strait of Hormuz- Update

Guardian: Reports in its 12.49pm post the following, " Tehran would not cede control of Hormuz in deal with US, Iran state media report "

Let's Get Real:

This could be the truth or the Tehran is showing it is strong when faced by the US.  Thus far no official copy of the Memorandum of Understanding, has Trump made concessions that will upset the Hawks in the Republican Party, will the Memorandum be seen as Appeasement, very much like Neville Chamberlain in Munich in 1938.  The matter of Iran's nuclear stockpile is a concern, what does the Memorandum say about that, has Iran even official said yes to the Memorandum, are they plating games?

Starmer will not resign - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 1.21pm post the following, " Starmer says it is his duty to carry on as PM " 

Let's Get Real:

Politicians never learn when their time is Up, Lady T served to long, Sir Tony Blair kept Brown waiting for years, Starmer has lost the trust of the people.  The latest crisis over Defence spending shows that Starmer is not up to the job.  The question is will Andy Burnham, Wes Streeting be any better, will Putin wait before taking action.

US - Iran Deal to be signed in Europe - Trump

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump says Iran deal is nearly complete and could be signed in Europ within days " 

Let's Get Real:

Why is Trump not attending, does he have doubts about the DEAL, he does not want his fingerprints on the document, is he afraid of another Munich 1938, there is no way in hell that the Theocracy in Iran is giving up its nuclear stockpile or dust as called by Trump.  It was a redline for the theocracy in Tehran.  DOES Trump wants his VP to take the blame if the Deal falls apart and it will in time.  PEACE IN OUR TIME - Neville Chamberlain, after Munich 1938.

Trump cancels strikes on Iran, Deal Close - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 6.32pm post the following, " Trump cancels strikes as he says deal to be signed shortly "

Let's Get Real:

Trump is a chicken, the TACO nickname is well earned, Trum Always Chickens Out.  The World has heard that a deal was close for weeks, if true, why NOW.  Is the Tehran Regime, playing the US for suckers, could be, what concessions has Trump given?  Trump is really Neville Chamberlain of the 21st Century.  A win for Iran, they will never give up their nuclear stockpile now.

US to bomb Iran and take Kharg Island - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 1.37pm post the following, " Trump threatens to attack Iran 'very hard tonight' and seize Kharg Island "

Let's Get Real:

I wish someone would tell Trump about operational security, you don't tell the enemy your coming.  The taking of Kharg Island would take ground troops, Iran could place troops there, one assumes they have already placed mines on the Island.  One would take Trump more seriously if he did take Kharg, its the tap for Iranian oil.  Lets see if Trump is less than a chicken, one is not holding one's breath.

UK Defence Secretary Resigns over Funding - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 12.23pm post the following, " Healey says he has 'no other option' but to resign "

Let's Get Real:

John Healey has done the honourable thing, he says in essence that Starmer promises on Defence cannot be trusted.  Interesting what will Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting say, what will be their policy on Defence, its the 1st duty of Government to defend the Realm, time for Sir Keir to go, his time is up.

Trump stops Iranian strikes at the request of Iran - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 12.25am post the following, " Trump: Iran asked me to stop bombing - and I will "

Let's Get Real:

Just because a terrorist Regime asks something, it does not mean that you grant their request.  What does the US get out of the deal, at first sight NOTHING, Trump is really a chicken, TACO as the money markets call him.  Who is Trump talking too, Sky Reports that Iranian Media has denied the request came from Iran.   Another strategic mistake by Trump, he is so desperate for a deal, nothing else matters, even the reality of the situation in the Middle East.

US strikes Iran - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " US launches fresh airstrikes against Iran following continued aggression ......Explosions were reportedly heard in Sirik, Qeshm Island, Minab and Isfahan, key Iranian sites amid the major escalation between the United States and Iran. " 

Let's Get Real:

Thus Trump has followed through, harder hits but will Tehran smell the coffee, to win all Iran has to do is outwait Trump, the Oval is afraid to use ground troops, that is the only thing that will move the theocracy Regime in Tehran.  The US will need troops to go and get Iran' nuclear stockpile or dust as called by Trump.  The Tehran Regime has stated it will strike back, thus further tit for tat strikes, Trump should go in hard and stay and remove the Regime, anything else is a strategic mistake.

Trump on Iran - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 5.00pm post the following, " Trump threatens more strikes on Iran after US helicopter collision with Iranian drone " 

Let's Get Real:

POTUS is talking tough, he has done that before and not followed through with his threats.  Trump is chicken, the money markets are clever, that is why they call him a TACO President; Trump Always Chickens Out; all the Tehran Regime has to do is out last Trump.  This blog feels sorry for the Iranian people and the thirty thousand of them killed by the EVIL Tehran Regime, nothing lasts forever, the Regime will FALL, if the USSR can fall, then the Theocracy will fall, it is destined to fall, Evil falls sooner or later.

US and Iran Exchange THREATS - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " US President Donald Trump and Iran's senior officials have traded new threats of further action, after the two sides exchanged strikes. "

Let's Get Real:

Either the sides have REAL talks or its all out War again.  Of course both sides could be bluffing, a TACO President and a divided Tehran Regime.  The US will have no better chance to take out the Iranian Regime before it gets Nukes, the lesson of North Korea should be in the minds of policy makers in the Trump Administration, US Administrations before Trump failed to stop North Korea, thus the threat to Asia and the World today.  Thus who will blink first in this stand off, more likely Trump, he wants out of the WAR before the Mid Terms in November, Trump is always chicken.

Trump states Iran is taking to long to make a deal - Update

Noted: Just reading Dr. Jill Biden's memoirs, so far informative and moving, have not gotten 2224 and the decision to run for re - election and the disastrous debate with President Trump and Biden being forced out by his Party.

Sky News: Reports in its 12.19pm post the following, " Trump 'Iran has taken too long to negotiate - now it will have to pay the price' " 

Let's Get Real:

Another threat from a TACO President, he makes big threats and does not carry them out.  The Oval likes limited strikes, but nothing big like ground troops to take Iran's nuclear stockpile or dust as called by Trump.  Tehran knows that Trump is delusional and wants out of the WAR he started.  Unfortunately the Tehran Regime can out last Trump and the MAGA movement, another failed Presidency after Biden.

US hits Iran after helicopter Loss - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, "  US begins 'self-defense strikes' against Iran, CENTCOM says  "

Let's Get Real:

If the Tehran Regime is sane, that is open to question, they will not react to the US counter attack because of the helicopter loss, they will carry on with talks they are winning, the TACO President wants a way out before the Mid Terms in November.  The erratic President sees the Memorandum of Understanding as the goal no matter the consequences for the Gulf States, Israel and the World.  Trump will go down as another Neville Chamberlain, an appeaser who did not see the threat out there.  The Iranian nuclear issue will face the next President, in that time the Tehran Regime could have a nuclear weapon.

Iran Shoots down US Helicopter- Update

Sky News: Reports in its 5.43pm post the following, " Trump says Iranians shot down Apache helicopter over Strait of Hormuz "

Let's Get Real:

Thus POTUS says the US must respond, he told Israel not to react when Iran targeted Israel with missiles, on this the TACO President must respond, the US cannot have countries thinking they can shoot down US assets, even if no loss of lives.  POTUS must also remember his fabled peace talks are on the table.  Thus what will Trump do?

Israel hits Tyre in Lebanon - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 11.09am post the following, " Air strike shown hitting tower block in Tyre "

Let's Get Real:

Thus after the shortest ceasefire ever, Israel is hitting Hezbollah in Lebanon, what will Iran do know, will the Trump Oval demand that Jerusalem ceases action, will Tehran place pressure on D.C to act or no Memorandum of Understanding.   The Middle East is never quiet! 

Trump WARNS Israel - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump warns Netanyahu to 'be very careful' as Israel risks losing US backing in Iran conflict "

Let's Get Real:

This is an empty threat from Trump, the Republican Party as a whole supports Israel, the Democrats have gone far left, in other words the base of the Democatic Part is very firmly anti Israel and pro Palestinians, the candidates in the 2028 Presidential cycle will have to appear to the left to get elected and move to the centre to get elected, not an easy move for the Democrats, easier for Republicans to move from the right to the centre.  

Israel HALTS strikes on Iran - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 1.33pm post the following, " Israel’s Channel 12 news channel is reporting that Israeli strikes on Iran are being halted per US president Donald Trump’s request. "

Let's Get Real:

The Jerusalem Government has followed the Trump's Oval request and stated it would stop strikes on Iran.  The one condition is, if  Hezbollah hits Israeli towns then Israel will hit Beirut, thus back to start again! No wonder the Middle East is a mess.  Time for Trump to get his delusional peace deal to the end.

Iran to stop hitting Israel, its conditional - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 12.22pm post the following, " Iran announces end of attacks against Israel "

Let's Get Real:

Thus the Tehran has followed the demand from POTUS to stop shooting at Israel, while Israel thus far has not replied. The one condition that Tehran has stated is that Israel will cease  its actions in Lebanon.  ONE assumes Jerusalem will follow Tehran and cease shooting at Iran, as to Lebanon the Jerusalem Government will want to protect Northern Israel, so still an open wound.  Let's see if Trump can get his Memorandum of Understanding over the finish line.

Israel HITS Iran - Update

BBC News: Reports in 6.00am post the following, " Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran "

Let's Get Real:

The White House will not be happy, in fact Trump will be furious, but it will SHOW Trump he does not hold the ALL the cards.  TRUMP cannot afford to annoy the Israeli lobby in the US before the Mid Terms.  In will be interesting to see how the day develops, many Presidents have had Middle East follies, how will Trump come back!

Trump to tell Israel not to fire back at Iran - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump: Israeli retaliation against Iran could ‘blow up’ deal, US doesn’t need another strike "

Let's Get Real:

Does Trump have any Presidential Credibility with the Israeli PM, the Israeli people want action, it might be a good time to break with Trump, Zelensky got a dressing down from Trump in the Oval Office and he is still there in the Ukraine, fighting for the Ukrinian people on the World Stage.  The Israeli PM is in charge of a Sovereign State, he should not take orders from President Trump.

Iran Fires missiles at Northen Israel - Update

BBC News: Reports in its 8.41pm post the following, " IDF says it has intercepted all missiles launched from Iran "

Let's Get Real:

Will the Trump Oval allow Israel to hit back, or will they ask for Israel not to react.  There will be calls in Israel for them to hit Iran.  The question is can Trump stop them, does he want too.  Interesting hours and days ahead.

Trump will use Ground Troops if needed in Iran - Update

Daily Mail:  Reports the following, " President Donald Trump has revealed that he is not ruling out sending American troops on the ground in Iran to retrieve and destroy its highly enriched uranium. " 

Let's Get Real:

It will take US ground troops to take the nuclear stockpile  or dust as it is called by Trump, Tehran will never give it up, its their future security, see what happened to the Ukraine, gave UP their Nukes after the end of the USSR, they gave them back to the Russians.   Thus the Ukraine - Russia War now going on.  Trump needs to sell the War to the US Congress and people. 

Iran threatens US and Israel - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 6.02pm post the following,  " Iran's top negotiator threatens US bases and assets in the region "

Let's Get Real:

Thus the conquences of giving a conditional blank cheque to ISRAEL.  This blog supports Israel 100%, but US and Israel agenda might differ.  In the eyes of Israel the Hezbollah terror group is an arm of Iran and has to be destroyed, its either the survival of Israel or Hezbollah, a terrorist group.  The US just wants out of the Iran War it started, its all about inflation and the price of gas.  Trump must follow through and take out the Tehran Regime.

Israel attacks Beirut, Lebanon - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 1.20pm post the following, " Israel strikes Beirut's Dahiyeh suburb "

Let's Get Real:

This could torpedo the US - Iran talks, Tehran has made it clear that the ceasefire should cover Lebanon and the terrorist group Hezbollah.  The Israeli people, especially those living in Northen Israel want the rockets fired by Hezbollah in Lebanon to STOP.  Thus Jerusalem is under political pressure to take a firm stand, no matter what Trump wants.  This blog gave a warning about a blank cheque to Israel.

Ukraine ATTACKS St Petersburg - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " Russian authorities say Ukraine has launched an "unprecedented attack" on and around St Petersburg, "

Let's Get Real:

Russia is on the backfoot, people in St Petersburg have been told to stay indoors while the Ukrainian attack goes on, regions in the Donbas under Russian control have also affected.  The article points out that people in the region have been told not to use public coaches.  The question is when will the people rebel, and get rid of Putin and his rich friends.

US takes down Iranian drones and Radar sites - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " CENTCOM says US forces shot down 4 Iranian attack drones near Strait of Hormuz: 'Immediate threat'.....CENTCOM said U.S. forces later struck Iranian coastal surveillance radar sites in Goruk and on Qeshm Island “to defend against further attacks.” "

Let's Get Real:

What ceasefire, these low level attacks is WAR by another name.  That being self defence.  The Trump Oval has a duty of care to the US Navy in the Middle East, Trump if he was not chicken should restart the WAR with Iran.  They have made it clear that the WAR will not stop as long as Israel is in Lebanon.  There is only so far that Trump can stop Israel.  Thus time to finish off the Tehran Regime, while it's weak, even if that means GROUND TROOPS in the end.

Putin on Zelensky Meeting - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " Russian President Vladimir Putin has said he does not see any point in meeting Volodymyr Zelensky " 

Let's Get Real:

This shows that President Putin has interest in finishing the Ukraine War.  The Ukraine Army is gaining in the Donbas, the Russian economy is on the back foot and there are reports that Putin is not getting accurate reports from the front.  One has to ask if Putin is losing it, he has been in power for a long time. There have been reports about his health of late.

Iran 's condition for ENDING the US War - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Iran war ‘will end only when it ends in Lebanon as well,’ foreign minister says "

Let's Get Real:

The Tehran Regime is playing Trump, they can see the War is not popular with the American people and the Democrats are playing games with the War Powers Act, Trump wants out but cannot control Israel, conditional blank cheques are still blank, in less enforce your will, Reagan did when Israel was bombing Beirut in the 1980s.  Trump can not afford to lose the Israeli lobby is the US before the Mid Terms. DEADLOCK in the Middle East.

US could take Iranian nuclear stockpile any time - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 7.09am post the following, " Trump warns US doesn't need a deal with Iran to get enriched uranium "

Let's Get Real:

Another delusional statement by POTUS, that the US could take Iran's nuclear stockpile anytime, as there is no need for a deal, as the stockpile is entombed after the US bombing.  This could be a way for Trump to end the War before the November Mid Terms, the TACO President is delusional and erratic. One can't wait for the 2028 cycle to start, even then Trump will want to be in the news.

Andy Burnham to run for Labour Leadership if elected in Makerfield by - electoon - Update

Daily Mail: Reports that the Mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham on BBC's Question Time has admitted that if he wins the Makerfield by - election he will run to replace Sir Keir Starmer as PM and Labour leader.

Let's Get Real:

This was not even a secret, the sole purpose for Andy Burnham running in Makerfield is to be the next PM.  Thus if Andy Burnham does win he will be challenged by Wes Streeting, also there is the possibility that Angela Rayner, the former Deputy PM could run, she has cleared her tax problem.  One doubts Sir Keir Starmer will run, no matter what he says now, Polls of Labour members show that Andy would beat Sir Keir and Wes.  If this blog was advising Sir Keir it would be to announce his resignation after the Makerfield by election if Burnham wins, and give the in till the Labour Conference for the candidates to have a good run, then announce the result at the conference.

Hezbollah ATTACKS Northern Israel - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Israel: Sirens in northern Israel due to Hezbollah rockets fired at IDF troops "

Let's Get Real:

Israel has made it clear if Northern Israel is attacked, then Hezbollah base in Beirut will be attacked.   The Jerusalem Government has a duty of care towards its own population and cannot accept these terrorist acts by Hezbollah, THEY MUST ACT no matter what the Trump Oval screams down the phone.  The IDF must protect the people of Northen Israel, that is their duty.  

Never Give a Blank Cheque to Israel- Historical Lesson

Guardian: Reports in its 1.39pm post the following,  " Hezbollah leader rejects latest ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Lebanon "

Let's Get Real:

Any one with knowledge of history knows the example of the German Empire giving a blank cheque to the Austrian - Hungary in 1914, to attack Serbia and leading to the WW1 and the fall of the German, Russian, Austrian - Hungary Empires.  If Trump can control Israel then he might get a deal with Iran.  This means appeasing Tehran and Hezbollah, the Trump Oval needs the Strait of Hormuz open as to lower gas prices and lower inflation, if wants a chance of keeping the House and Senate in Republican hands, other wise stalled government and Impeachment for the last two years of the Trump term.

Ukraine hits Russian Crimea - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 7.10am post the following, " Three dead after Ukrainian strikes on Crimea, Russian-installed official says "

Let's Get Real:

The Ukrainian military has gained land in the Donbas, struck Russia proper, the WAR is costing the Russian economy and people are asking when will it end.  President Putin has gained the same delusional view of reality as Trump.  It is estimated that Russia has lost half million men, when will the population turn on the Kremlin, Putin controls the media, press, Internet and TV.  What is the breaking point for Russia ?.

Israeli - Lebanon Ceasfire - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew their fragile  ceasefire "

Let's Get Real:

The ceasefire will only hold if Hezbollah does not fire in to Northen Israel.  Hezbollah has stated it will only cease the war when Israel leaves Lebanon.  This is not going to happen, the people of Northen Israel are tired of being bombed, thus the Jerusalem Government facing elections will keep troops in Lebanon and will strike close to Beirut if it feels the need.  The Trump Oval cannot be seen as appeasing Iran and their ally Hezbollah, no matter how much Trump wants a deal to end the US - Iran WAR.

US will take nuclear stockpile from Iran - Trump

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump says Iran 'agreed' to let US recover nuclear material buried after strike " 

Let's Get Real:

The above is nonsense, Tehran is playing Trump, they will do more since the US House of Representatives passed the War Powers Act.  In the next few days Trump has promised a DEAL with Iran.  This blog will not hold its breath.  The Iran War has been a strategic mistake, Iran knows it just close the Strait to win.  Thus a Trump folly that cost to much in the end.

War Powers Act invoked in the House - Update

CNN: Reports the following, " House votes to limit Trump’s Iran war powers in remarkable rebuke "

Let's Get Real:

The Democrats have gotten their way in the House, now it goes to the Senate.  The White House has limited time to solve the Iran War.   The Regime in Tehran will see these developments and think they have the time to play Trump.  If the Senate passes the War Powers Act the Trump Oval can VETO it, the would require 2/3 of the Congress to overturn a Presidential VETO.

Ukraine HITS St Petersburg oil port - Update

Daily Mail: Reports that the Ukraine has targeted and hit oil port of St Petersburg.  The article points out that the Russian economy has suffered due to the Ukraine War.

Let's Get Real:

When tyrants are in trouble on the domestic front such as the domestic economy and the WAR in the Ukraine they strike out to cause a diversion, Putin could hit the Baltic States or other NATO members as to rally the people.  There are reports that Putin is being feed FALSE information by his defence department, who will tell the Emperor he has no clothes, those that do have been killed. PUTIN should recall the fate of Tsar Nicholas II and his family when a war goes wrong, smell the coffee Putin before the people come for you.

Supreme Leader part of the Talks - Trump

Guardian: Reports in its 12.02pm post the following, " Iran supreme leader involved in talks to end the war, says Trump "

Let's Get Real:

Trump states he would like to meet the Supreme Leader, this shows that Trump is delusional, Iran and the World does not know if the Supreme Leader is alive even after the assassination of his father.  There have been no images or recording of the Supreme Leader as of today.  It could be another Weekend At Bernies, the factions could using a dead Supreme Leader as a way for the Regime to go on.  How out it does a President have to be before the US Cabinet use the 25 Amendment.

Iran agrees not to have a nuclear weapon - Trump - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 11.31am post the following, " Iran has 'already agreed they're not going to have a nuclear weapon', Trump says "

Let's Get Real:

This is not new from Trump, what about the nuclear stockpile and the Strait of Hormuz.   Is Trump delusional or is Iran playing him in till the Mid Terms.  Trump has confirmed he is a chicken, he is afraid to use ground troops, that is the only way to win in Iran.  Reagan or JFK would acted in a more decisive manner if they were in the Oval.

US and Iran Strikes - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, " The US military says it has launched "self-defense" strikes on Iran and shot down ballistic missiles and drones fired at ships and Gulf countries. "

Let's Get Real:

President Trump has a choice to make, appeasement of Iran and selling Israel down the river to get his Iranian ďeal or go back to war and take out the Tehran Regime. The TACO President has shown he is chicken, threats against Iran not followed through, and bulling Israel to halt its attack on Beirut.  History is not kind to appeasers and LOSERS, Trump will learn that the hard way with the Mid Terms in November.

US and Iran still TALKING - Trump

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump reiterates that Iran diplomatic talks continue Tuesday "

Let's Get Real:

Thus the Trump Oval is talking to someone in Iran, the system in Iran has broken down in to factions, the Supreme Leader if still alive, the Revolutionary Guard and the government, the President has offered his resignation after being shut out of talks.  Who is Trump talking too?

Dr Jill Biden's Memoirs - CNN Review

Noted: Am getting Dr Biden Memoirs on Friday from local book shop, support your local book shop.

CNN: Reports the following, " Jill Biden’s rosy if not blindfolded ‘View from the East Wing’ "

Let's Get Real:

The review in one word is DAMAGING.  Even CNN won't protect the Bidens.  The reviewer wrote a scathing book about the Biden Campaign in 2024, no punches are held.  JOE BIDEN should have not run 2024 and left the Presidential race to late to HELP VP Harris.  The former President had declined to much to run for a 2nd term.  If had dropped out at an early stage then there could be Democrat in the White House today.

US could send nukes to NATO Countries- Update

Daily Mail: Reports that the Trump Administration is considering sending Nukes to NATO members who border Russia.  Thus showing continued support for NATO.

Let's Get Real:

The US should consider sending Nukes to the Ukraine.  That would end the War and place the fear of God in to Putin.  If not the Ukraine then Poland, the Russian Bear would not be happy, Putin wants the old USSR back, even better Imperial Russia.  The Trump Oval wants the Nobel Prize, he has no chance after Iran! 

Lebanon and Israeli Update

Guardian: Reports in 8.19am post the following, " Conflict in Lebanon continues despite Trump hailing Israeli-Hezbollah de-escalation "

Let's Get Real:

If Trump knew his ceasefire deal with Israel and Hezbollah was a hail Mary pass at best.  If Hezbollah attack Northen Israel from Beirut then Israel will attack back.  On the other hand it gives POTUS time to get a deal with Iran, also a hail Mary pass.  The hardliners in Tehran know now that Trump can rolled after they linked their peace to Lebanon.

  

Massive Drone and Missile strike on the Ukraine - Update

BBC News: Reports the following, "  A Russian missile and drone attack killed at least 18 people across Ukraine overnight,  "

Let's Get Real:

Europe has to help the Ukraine more, the US is useless under President Trump, his sole aim is to appease Putin and the Hawks in Iran.  This is the 2nd duff President the US voters have voted for, the 1st being Biden.  Trump has made it clear he has no time for NATO and considers it a paper tiger.   The Europeans should place fighter Jets in the Ukraine to defend the skies and defend NATO skies drop Russian drone strikes.

Labour the WELFARE PARTY - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 3.30pm post the following, " Top cabinet minister said Labour MPs were asking 'who can we tax to pay benefits to others' "

Let's Get Real:

Lord Peter Mandelson, the Dark Prince has been a disaster for Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour Government, his unsavory, a friendship with sexual trafficker has shown how much a disaster was the choice to make him the UK's Ambassador to the US.  The release of his contacts with the Labour Government Ministers, has shown a low opinion of the PM and shown that Labour just wants to tax people to pay for welfare.  This means to hell with the working class, once the bedrock of Labour.  The UK needs a General Election and fast, it won't happen as Labour MP's know their careers would come to an end.  Who can save Labour NOW, will it be Andy or Wes, we shall see after the by election in Makerfield on June 18th.

Ceasfire Agreed between Israel and Hezbollah - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Netanyahu threatens strikes in Beirut if Hezbollah fails to halt attacks " 

Let's Get Real:

POTUS made the call to Israel not to attack Beirut in Lebanon, a concession to the Hawks in Iran.  The Israeli PM has agreed to the Trump Oval request only as long as Hezbollah does not attack Northen Israel.  The problem is that Trump's words often do not match reality.  There is a suppose ceasefire already between Israel and Hezbollah already, it has not worked since the start.  This when lack of Presidential Credibility is a worry, does Trump's words have any power, is any one afraid of Trump NOW?  Israel has been thrown under the bus, but they will act if Hezbollah fires more Drones at Northen Israel.  This story is never over, it has not been in decades. 

Silence by Iran will not lead to resumption of War - Trump - Update

Fox News: Reports the following, " Trump says Iran 'going silent' in peace talks is not a problem: 'I can wait' "

Let's Get Real:

Thus Trump thinks he has the ability to outwait Iran, how about the Mid Terms or the threat by Iran to bomb Israel if their advance in Lebanon does not STOP.  It does not seem that Trump is in a rush to come down hard on Jerusalem, the Israeli PM is under pressure from his Allies to take out Hezbollah, even the Israeli opposition wants a tough policy.  Interesting hours and days ahead.

Iran to cut contact with the US over Israeli military action in Lebanon - Update

Guardian: Reports in its 2.33pm post the following, " Iran says no peace talks with US until Israeli operations cease "

Let's Get Real:

Thus we come to the escalation trap as mentioned in the last post, does Trump throw Israel under the bus and order that they leave Lebanon or does he resume attacks.  The last thing Trump wants is to be seen as a LOSER, he needs to support Israel or the Hawks on the Republican side in the US Congress will savage him in public, even the Democrats would attack him.  Time for Trump to find his inner Reagan and stand up to Iran their threats.

President Trump on US Attacks - Update

Sky News: Reports in its 6.17am post the following by President Trump, " Just sit back and relax': Trump claims critics undermine him in Iran negotiations "

Let's Get Real:

President Trump is feeling the heat of the WAR he started, there is economy and the rise in gas and groceries due to inflation, this is hitting Republican chances in the Mid Terms in November, if the Democrats take the House and Senate one can expect endless investigations and another Impeachment case before the Senate.  Then 2028 Presidential cycle starts, poor people of Iowa and NH will have endless candidates visiting.