Trump weighs Iran strike or deal after talks collapse — SkimNews
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- Trump says the US is considering a possible attack on Iran as soon as Sunday, framing it as a move to 'finish the job' or reach a significant deal with Tehran.
- Trump does not rule out a 'beautiful deal' with Iran, presenting a stark choice between military action and diplomatic breakthrough.
- Masoud Pezeshkian blames the US for collapsing interim agreement talks, calling American officials 'cowards' who 'messed everything up'.
- Masoud Pezeshkian maintains Iran should still pursue a deal despite the breakdown, signaling continued openness to diplomacy.
- Iran is reportedly in 'advanced stages' of plots to assassinate US officials abroad, according to a Washington Post memo cited by Google News.
Why it matters: The US faces a critical juncture with Iran: a strike could trigger wider conflict in the Middle East, while a deal would mark a sudden reversal from brinkmanship. The alleged assassination plots raise stakes for US personnel and could justify preemptive action, altering the strategic calculus for both nations.
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