White House Urges Iran: 'Make a Deal' or Face Potential US Strikes Amid Military Buildup
The Trump administration has issued a pointed warning to Iran, stating that Tehran would be "very wise" to negotiate a new agreement on its nuclear program, as President Donald Trump renewed hints of possible military action and US forces continue a significant buildup in the Middle East. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt delivered the message during a briefing on Wednesday, emphasizing diplomacy as the preferred path while underscoring the risks of inaction. "Iran would be very wise to make a deal with President Trump and with his administration," Leavitt told reporters. She described ongoing indirect talks—mediated by Oman and recently held in Geneva—as an opportunity for resolution, but noted that the two sides remain "very far apart" on key issues, including uranium enrichment and ballistic missiles. The comments follow President Trump's Truth Social post on Wednesday, where he suggested the US might need to act decisively if no deal i...