Trump Warns Iran of Swift Attack if Nuclear Talks Refused

US President Donald Trump recently issued an unprecedented warning to Iran, threatening that if Tehran does not reach a nuclear agreement, the US will launch a military strike with “speed and violence.” The US has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Lincoln and several missile destroyers to the Middle East, ready to take action at any moment.

Trump called on Iran via social media to “immediately negotiate and reach an agreement banning nuclear weapons,” warning that the consequences would be more severe than last year’s US strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. Iran responded that it is willing to engage in dialogue based on mutual respect and interests but warned it would defend itself with unprecedented force if pressured.

Domestic protests in Iran have lasted about a month, evolving into a challenge against the theocratic regime, with at least 6,221 people reported dead due to the crackdown. The Iranian rial recently fell to a historic low, sparking public anxiety and anger. Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia and the UAE, have stated they will not allow US forces to use their airspace for attacks on Iran. Egypt and Turkey have also attempted diplomatic interventions to ease tensions and prevent the region from falling into a cycle of instability.