【Neither the U.S. nor Iran will back down; Iran compares Trump to Crassus of ancient Rome】 Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz confirmed on the 10th that he had received Iran’s response to the U.S. proposal for ending the war, including immediate cessation of hostilities, lifting of sanctions, unfreezing assets, and Iranian management of the Strait of Hormuz.

After reviewing it, Trump posted: “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE,” fiercely criticizing Iran for having “manipulated” the United States and the world for 47 years.

On the evening of the 10th, Trump called Netanyahu to brief him on both sides’ responses, saying the conversation was “very pleasant,” and particularly emphasized that the U.S.-Iran negotiations were his own personal matter, unrelated to anyone else.

However, Trump did not clearly state whether he intended to continue advancing the talks or shift toward the next step—military action.

Meanwhile, Netanyahu demanded that existing enriched uranium in Iran be removed and enrichment facilities dismantled, asserting this could be achieved “through physical means.”

An Iranian insider said no one would draft a proposal just to please Trump; the negotiation team is crafting proposals solely based on Iran’s people’s rights. If he is dissatisfied, that is simply the natural outcome.

Iran’s 10-point response includes:

-- Immediate end to all fronts of warfare, ensuring no new attacks are launched;

-- Iranian management of the Strait of Hormuz;

-- The U.S. immediately lifts its maritime blockade on Iran after initial understanding is signed;

-- Abolition of sanctions on Iran’s oil sales within a 30-day period;

-- Unfreezing of Iran’s frozen assets;

-- The future of the Persian Gulf should be free from American influence, with Iran and its Gulf neighbors sharing a common destiny;

-- Iran’s growing regional influence is part of a new regional order;

-- Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz is key to ensuring security;

-- Ending the “hostile, exploitative utilization” of the strait;

From this, several points emerge:

1. Iran does not see itself as a loser in this confrontation. On the contrary, from the Iranian perspective, it demonstrates its resilience and strategic endurance, reinforcing the regime's core narrative: resistance is effective!

2. No matter how much Trump threatens with the “end of civilization,” Iran will not retreat. Even if military conflict resumes, it will never yield under pressure. Sanctions, blockades, or other so-called “magic bullet” pressure tactics will not force Iran to fundamentally alter its negotiating stance.

3. Trump harbors a delusion that Iran has grown weak and isolated under military pressure, sanctions, and escalation threats, eventually leading to desperation. Even if the “Epstein coalition” were to bomb Iran relentlessly, the U.S. has failed to achieve decisive strategic victory.

4. Iran is not Venezuela—it is a larger, more institutionalized, ideologically firmer, and strategically more resilient nation, possessing deep regional networks and a higher tolerance for prolonged confrontation.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Bahgani posted a statement accompanied by an image (see picture) after Iran issued its response:

“Throughout history, Iranians have not only resisted single invaders but also confronted powerful 'hegemons' and massive 'armies,' always emerging with honor.

On this day in 53 B.C. (when ancient Rome launched its war against the Parthian Empire), General Surenā, despite being vastly outnumbered and facing extremely limited resources, achieved a masterful 'asymmetric' victory at the Battle of Carrhae, shattering the Roman legions.

Crassus, one of the wealthiest and most powerful Romans, was killed. The myth of Rome’s invincibility was shattered forever; Rome’s dream of eastern expansion was broken on the battlefield.

For those who refuse to learn from history, history will repeat itself.”

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1864845101267968/

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