Shadowing Practice: Trump renews threat of attacks unless Iran takes deal | RTÉ News - Learn English Speaking with YouTube

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President Donald Trump has said his senior officials will return to Pakistan tomorrow for a second round of direct talks aimed at ending the war with Iran.
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He also warned Tehran that if they failed to make a deal, he would order strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
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Iran's government has yet to confirm its attendance and has warned the Strait of Hormuz will remain shut until the U.S.
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blockade of its ports is lifted.
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Pakistan has been ramping up security in Islamabad in expectation of a likely second round of direct talks between the US and Iran on Monday.
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The US president confirmed a return to the negotiating table on his Truth Social network but also issued fresh threats to Tehran warning if they don't make a deal there will be no more Mr Nice Guy and that the US is going to knock out every single power plant and every single bridge in Iran.
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Tehran is yet to confirm if they are attending.
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State media is reporting that there is currently no decision as long as there is a naval blockade.
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But speaking earlier, Parliament Speaker and Chief Negotiator Mohamed Bagar Ghalibaf said there remains a prevailing atmosphere of distrust and that they want a commitment for commitment deal.
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The US takes one step and Iran takes the next.
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Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz has again ground to a halt following Iran's reversal of the reopening of the choke point.
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At least two vessels were forced to turn back after being fired upon by Iranian gunboats.
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The US delegation is to be once again headed by Vice President J.D.
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Vance, along with Mr.
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Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner.
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The US president earlier caused confusion when he told US media that Mr.
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Vance would not be going.
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The negotiating red lines remained clear to Iran's nuclear program and sanctions relief.
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But Iran's president says they did not initiate the war and that Washington has tried to deny Iran's rights as a sovereign state.
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The fragile truce between the US and Iran is due to end on Wednesday.
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Turkey's foreign minister says a long extension is needed, as the negotiation agenda for both sides is so comprehensive that it will take time for them to resolve.
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David Landy, RTE News.
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The Israeli army has published a map of a buffer zone within southern Lebanon, which it is keeping under its control.
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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has said that its military has been instructed to use full force in Lebanon to protect soldiers from any threat despite the current ceasefire.
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An Israeli soldier was killed in southern Lebanon, the second killed since Friday.
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The steady stream of displaced Lebanese hoping to return home, or at least to assess what may remain, continues on the third day of a fragile 10-day truce between Israel and Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Here was the bedroom and that was the bathroom.
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60-year-old Zahara Eid points to what is left of her home.
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Now she salvages what she can, her belongings and mementos from her life before.
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But not everyone displaced by the conflict will be able to return home.
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The Israeli military has published a map of a buffer zone where it's maintaining positions up to 10 kilometers inside southern Lebanon.
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Israel has created similar zones within Syria and Gaza.
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Details of the zone were confirmed by Israel's defense minister, who is speaking in the occupied West Bank.
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and I instructed the Israel Defense Forces to act with full force, both on the ground and in the air, including during the ceasefire, in order to protect our soldiers in Lebanon from any threat.
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He also said that if the Lebanese government could not fulfill its commitments agreed as part of the ceasefire, the Israel Defense Forces would do so through military action.
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Keeping this buffer zone has come at a cost to the Israeli army with confirmation that an Israeli soldier died in combat in southern Lebanon the second killed in the area since Friday.
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Laura Fletcher, RTE News.

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In this lesson, you will enhance your English speaking skills by engaging with dynamic content extracted from a critical news report about U.S.-Iran negotiations. You’ll focus on understanding important political terminology and learning to navigate the nuances of tense discussions. The practice will help you build confidence in using advanced vocabulary related to diplomacy, conflict resolution, and international relations. As you shadow the speakers, pay attention to tone, inflection, and pace, which are vital for effective communication.

Key Vocabulary & Phrases

  • Threats - Statements suggesting potential harm or action against someone.
  • Blockade - An act of obstructing goods or people from entering or exiting a location.
  • Sovereign state - A self-governing entity that has control over its own territory.
  • Negotiating table - A setting where discussions occur between parties to reach an agreement.
  • Truce - An agreement between opponents to stop hostilities for a period of time.
  • Buffer zone - A physical space separating conflicting parties designed to reduce tensions.
  • Direct talks - Conversations that occur face-to-face without intermediaries.

Practice Tips

To maximize your learning experience, consider using the shadowing technique as you follow this video. Begin by playing short segments of the transcript aloud, repeating exactly what you hear. This method boosts your pronunciation and intonation by copying the native speakers' delivery.

Since the pace of the discussion can be quick, especially when dealing with complex topics, use a shadowing app to pause and replay tough sections until you feel comfortable. Focus on mimicking not just the words but also the emotional tone conveyed, as this will enrich your conversational skills in real-life settings.

Remember, practicing regularly with authentic content is crucial for improvement in your English speaking practice. Each time you engage with the material, aim to imitate the fluency and precision of the speakers, gradually increasing your confidence and capability in discussing intricate subjects like international politics.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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