Trump Warns Iran of Military Action if Deep Negotiations Fail

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 a breakthrough with Tehran is short, stating, "Either it moves quickly, or it won'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 aim to reach a new agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and revive comprehensive nuclear talks.

The former president said he halted military actions last Friday because the mediators urged him to give diplomacy another chance, quoting them as saying, "Don't shoot." He expressed his belief that Iran wants to reach a deal and noted that since the pause in strikes, oil prices have fallen and stock markets have risen. Trump summarized his stance by saying, "There is nothing to lose and nothing to gain" by giving diplomacy a chance, but reiterated the U.S. readiness to resume strong military measures if talks collapse.