Donald Trump has announced the possibility of Israel launching a military strike against Iran but at the same time expressed a desire to avoid escalating the conflict, emphasizing diplomacy and continued negotiations
This became one of the main topics in his speech during the signing of several bills at the White House on Thursday, which drew significant attention from American and European media. The U.S. President openly hinted at the likelihood of possible use of force in the region in response to journalists’ questions about the prospects of Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. According to Trump, he does not deny that such actions are entirely possible and, although he does not see them as an immediate prospect, he does not rule them out completely. "I don't want to say that this will happen tomorrow or in the near future. But the reality is that it is entirely possible," he emphasized. At the same time, Trump stressed that the United States prefers diplomatic avenues for resolving the nuclear crisis, counting on continued negotiations with Tehran. He stated that Iran should not acquire nuclear weapons and that Washington will do everything possible to help the Iranian regime succeed in peaceful development and economic growth. "I want Iran to do well. We wish them success and are ready to support these processes. We will trade, support diplomatic dialogue, and invest in finding solutions through negotiations," Trump said. These words came amid growing concern in Washington, the White House, and the Middle East overall regarding the possible rapid escalation of tensions. Media reports indicate that the American side has begun implementing preventive measures, including advisories for citizens in the region and partial evacuation of diplomatic personnel from Middle Eastern countries due to increasing risks of military conflict. It is also worth noting that tensions in the region heightened ahead of an important diplomatic dialogue. On Monday, Trump had a brief but significant telephone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. During the conversation, the leaders discussed the possibility of reaching a nuclear agreement with Tehran and confirmed that there is still a chance for a diplomatic solution, and the use of military force is not the final option for resolving the conflict. According to sources, this was the guiding principle in diplomatic circles, considering the approaching deadline. Analysts report that the timeframe for reaching an agreement between the US and Iran remains a few days: Trump gave Iran two months to agree to new terms of the deal, after which a decision regarding the potential use of force is likely to be made. Iranian officials have officially rejected any commitments ahead of their next steps in this diplomatic game. At the same time, experts note that the situation remains tense and the risks of escalation are significant, as each side seeks to firmly secure its positions. Therefore, the coming days will be decisive in how events surrounding Iran’s nuclear program and regional security develop. At the same time, the US continues to emphasize that any decision to use force is a last resort, and they aim to adhere as closely as possible to diplomatic approaches in order to avoid an open military conflict that could have catastrophic consequences for regional stability.