Donald Trump has warned Iran that 'time is running out' to negotiate a deal on its nuclear programme following the steady build-up of US military forces in the Gulf. The US president stated a 'massive Armada' was 'moving quickly, with great power, enthusiasm, and purpose' towards Iran, referring to a large US naval fleet.
In response, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country's armed forces were ready 'with their fingers on the trigger' to 'immediately and powerfully respond' to any aggression by land or sea. Iran asserts that its nuclear programme is entirely peaceful and denies accusations from the US and its allies about pursuing nuclear weapons.
Trump's comments follow protests in Iran that began due to economic issues but escalated into a crisis for the country's leadership. The death toll from the unrest may exceed 25,000 according to human rights organizations.
The tensions have been exacerbated by the US military's deployment of various assets to the region, marking a notable increase in presence aimed at countering what they label as Iranian threats. Trump's warning suggests that any military engagement would have severe consequences, urging Iran to come to the negotiating table for a deal devoid of nuclear arms.
In response, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country's armed forces were ready 'with their fingers on the trigger' to 'immediately and powerfully respond' to any aggression by land or sea. Iran asserts that its nuclear programme is entirely peaceful and denies accusations from the US and its allies about pursuing nuclear weapons.
Trump's comments follow protests in Iran that began due to economic issues but escalated into a crisis for the country's leadership. The death toll from the unrest may exceed 25,000 according to human rights organizations.
The tensions have been exacerbated by the US military's deployment of various assets to the region, marking a notable increase in presence aimed at countering what they label as Iranian threats. Trump's warning suggests that any military engagement would have severe consequences, urging Iran to come to the negotiating table for a deal devoid of nuclear arms.
