Trump claims new talks with Iran are 'last chance' before escalation of U.S. strikes
President Donald Trump asserted that newly planned talks with Iran represent the "last chance" for the country to reach a deal and avoid further U.S. military action. Speaking during a press briefing, Trump emphasized that the negotiations are critical to preventing an escalation of tensions between the two nations. However, Iran’s Foreign Ministry denied that any peace talks were underway, calling the U.S. claims "baseless" (thehindu.com).
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly urged Trump to delay any potential strikes against Iran, suggesting the kingdom is concerned about the consequences of direct conflict with Tehran. This comes amid growing regional instability and concerns over the impact of U.S. military actions on regional alliances (globalnews.ca).
In separate developments, Trump criticized U.S. oil executives for profiting excessively during the ongoing conflict with Iran, accusing them of exploiting the situation for financial gain. The remarks came during a meeting in the Oval Office, highlighting the administration’s broader economic and foreign policy tensions (nypost.com).
Trump also invoked historical parallels, referencing the attack on Pearl Harbor, as he justified recent U.S. support for Japan’s currency. This move was seen as tactless by some analysts, who questioned the strategic implications of such actions in the broader context of regional diplomacy (smh.com.au).
