Trump warns of ‘powerful military action’ if Iran talks collapse

US President Donald Trump has stated he is prepared to take “powerful military action” should negotiations with Iran fail. When asked how much time he is willing to dedicate to diplomatic efforts, Trump indicated his patience is limited. “Not much time,” he said. “Either it happens fast, or it doesn’t happen at all.”

The comments represent Trump’s continued hardline stance towards Iran, signalling that any potential peace talks remain on a tight timeline. The threat of military intervention comes as the United States continues to maintain significant diplomatic and economic pressure on Tehran, whilst international mediators attempt to broker a resolution to tensions between Washington and the Islamic Republic.

Trump’s ultimatum suggests that the window for negotiated settlement may be narrow, with the administration apparently unwilling to engage in protracted diplomatic discussions. The warning adds to existing regional uncertainty and could have significant implications for stability in the Middle East, where Iran and US-backed allies have repeatedly clashed over recent years.

Source: Walla News — Original article in Hebrew.