President Donald Trump warned Monday evening that the time for diplomatic efforts with Iran is nearly over, stating that if negotiations fail the US will resume 'very powerful military action,' according to reports.
President Donald Trump warned Monday evening that the diplomatic window with Iran is nearly closed, threatening to resume 'very powerful military action' if negotiations fail. The warning, reported by multiple outlets, marks an escalation from his earlier stance earlier this evening, when he said he had agreed to mediators' request for talks but warned time was limited.
At 18:02 Jerusalem, Barak Ravid of N12 reported that the president had agreed to mediators' request to give negotiations a chance. Shortly after, at the same hour, Trump was quoted by i24NEWS confirming he had acceded but stressing he was not giving negotiations much time. Now, the president has shifted to a more severe warning, stating the diplomatic window is 'nearly closed' and threatening military action.
The latest ultimatum continues a pattern of escalating threats from Trump. As The Zioneer has reported, Trump previously told the New York Times he would 'renew military attacks' on Iran if nuclear talks falter (Mon Jun 15, 03:25 Jerusalem). He has also threatened to 'finish the job' (Mon Jul 6, 18:31 Jerusalem), announced an end to the ceasefire with warnings of 'very heavy' strikes (Wed Jun 10, 19:56 Jerusalem), and issued multiple ultimatums including threats to 'eliminate' Iranian leadership (Mon Jul 13, 16:52 Jerusalem).
It remains unclear whether the president's latest warning signals a decisive shift in US policy or is part of ongoing pressure tactics. The identity of the mediators and the precise status of the negotiations have not been disclosed.
5 developments
- StrongTrump: US has 'a lot of ammunition, many types,' warns of return to fighting if no Iran deal
- DevelopingTrump says everyone involved in Iran negotiations asked him 'don't shoot'
- DevelopingTrump says US agreed to continue talks with Iran, warns of 'bomb them at levels never seen' if assassinated
- DevelopingTrump says he gave Iran a chance to reach a deal, Iran 'shot first'
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