May hit it ‘just for fun’: Trump threatens more strikes on key Iranian island vital for oil exports

In a phone interview with NBC News’s Kristen Welker, President Trump says Iran was ready to negotiate a ceasefire deal, but that he rejected the offer because “the terms aren’t good enough yet.” This discussion comes as the U.S. escalates strikes on Kharg Island, a key facility for Iranian oil exports. While the U.S. says it left oil facilities in tact during this round of strikes, Trump said he may hit the island “a few more times just for fun.” White House correspondent for NOTUS Jasmine Wright and economics reporter for Axios Courtenay Brown join “The Weekend” to discuss. MS NOW: My Source for News, Opinion, and the World. » Subscribe to MS NOW:    / @msnow   MS NOW is the go-to destination for domestic and international breaking news, and best-in-class opinion journalism. For more context and news coverage of the most important stories of our day click here: https://www.ms.now/ #Trump #Iran #Military

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