Trump Warns of Military Action if Deep Talks with Iran Fail Amid Short Deadline

Former U.S. President Donald Trump told Israel's Channel 12 on July 27, 2026, that the United States is engaged in "very deep talks" with Iran but warned that if these negotiations fail, the U.S. will return to "very powerful military action." Trump emphasized that the window for achieving a breakthrough with Tehran is short, stating, "Either it moves quickly, or it doesn’t happen at all."

Trump explained that he agreed to pause American strikes against Iran at the request of mediators involved in the talks, which primarily take place between Iran and Oman. Other countries such as Qatar, Pakistan, and Egypt, along with Trump’s envoys Steve Whitkoff and Jared Kushner, are actively participating in the diplomatic efforts. The current negotiations focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and advancing a comprehensive nuclear agreement.

The former president noted that all parties involved in the mediation urged him not to launch attacks, saying, "Everyone involved in the contacts with Iran asked me: 'Don’t shoot.'" He expressed his belief that Iran wants to reach a deal. Trump also highlighted economic benefits since halting strikes, including falling oil prices and rising stock markets.

In summary, Trump is cautiously optimistic about the diplomatic process but remains ready to resume strong military measures if talks collapse, underscoring the urgency and limited timeframe for success.