Trump weighs renewed Iran strikes as negotiators review a new proposal

Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday, President Donald Trump said Iran cannot take action on its nuclear program without approval from Washington. He also said he would soon decide whether to resume military operations against Tehran, describing the United States as “locked and loaded” for renewed strikes.

The comments came as Iranian negotiators were reported to be reviewing a new proposal. That places the military warning alongside an active diplomatic track, with the timing and substance of any response from Tehran likely to shape the next phase.

The immediate parties are the United States and Iran. Washington’s position links Iran’s nuclear activity to U.S. approval, while a decision to restart strikes would directly alter the conditions around negotiations and regional security.

The remarks leave the timing of any military action unresolved. Trump said a decision would come soon, but no specific date for renewed operations was established in the account.

The next developments to watch are Trump’s decision, Tehran’s response to the proposal and any official indication of whether negotiations continue or military preparations translate into action.