Israel-Iran War: Trump says Iran wants to talk but warns it might be too late as explosions continue to rock Tehran
US President Donald Trump claimed on Wednesday that Iran has reached out to negotiate. Speaking just outside the White House, he told reporters, 'Iran wants to negotiate.' But he quickly added, 'I said it's very late.'
According to Trump, Iranian negotiators had even suggested visiting Washington. 'They suggested they come to the White House,' he said. 'But it's difficult.'
He appeared unmoved by the offer. 'Two very simple words: unconditional surrender,' Trump said. 'I've had it.'
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That remark followed his earlier comment: 'Iran's got a lot of trouble and wants to negotiate,' before adding, 'They should have negotiated.'
Trump said he couldn't confirm whether the US would strike Iran. 'I may do it, I may not do it. Nobody knows what I want to do.'
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The tone was firm. The door, for now, appears only half open.
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Trump gave no specifics on how long the crisis might last. 'Next week will be big, maybe less than a week,' he said. Asked again about military action, he shrugged. 'I can't say that.'
He noted that Iran's air defences have been 'decimated.' But still, he claimed affection for the Iranian people. 'I am fond of Iranians,' he said. 'I've met many in my career.'
Despite the brief flashes of warmth, the bulk of his message was uncompromising. He warned about Iran's nuclear programme, saying, 'I believe they have bad intentions.'
From there, he pivoted quickly to other global topics — Ukraine, Russia, and the economy — all while standing beneath a newly erected flagpole, an infrastructure project he personally celebrated.
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Israeli airstrikes continue as smoke rises over Tehran
While Trump spoke in Washington, explosions echoed across Tehran. A massive plume of white smoke billowed over the city on Wednesday afternoon, AFP reported. It was the latest wave in nearly a week of Israeli airstrikes.
The capital has been hit repeatedly. Residents reported a city on edge — shuttered shops, little traffic, and disrupted communications. Many are fleeing.
Israel, meanwhile, reported no casualties. The Israeli government has even begun easing domestic restrictions, suggesting strong confidence in its military position.
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Iran warns of 'irreparable damage' as US military builds up
Iran fired back with a limited barrage of missiles, but its warning was aimed more at Washington. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei responded directly to Trump's remarks: 'Any American military intervention will cause irreparable damage.'
Despite early efforts to distance the US from Israel's initial strike last Friday, Trump now appears to have changed course. 'I want something much bigger than a ceasefire,' he said.
The US has since moved additional aircraft and warships into the region.
The message is clear: the room for diplomacy is shrinking — and the region is moving closer to a broader war.
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