Washington(The COW News Digital)U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran must agree to a deal with the United States or face serious consequences, escalating rhetoric amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between the two countries.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said Washington is actively trying to negotiate an agreement with Tehran and expressed hope that a deal could be reached soon. However, he cautioned that failure to reach an understanding would result in a “very painful” situation for Iran.
“We are trying to make a deal with Iran,” Trump said. “Hopefully it will happen. If Iran does not agree, then it will be a very different story.” He added that Iran should have finalized an agreement earlier and suggested that the coming days could prove decisive. According to the president, a potential deal might be reached as early as next week.
Although Trump did not provide specific details about the framework of the proposed agreement, his remarks appeared to reference ongoing concerns over Iran’s nuclear program and broader regional security issues. The United States has long sought stricter limits on Iran’s nuclear activities, along with broader commitments related to regional stability.
Tensions between Washington and Tehran have fluctuated in recent years, with diplomatic overtures often accompanied by sharp public statements. Analysts say Trump’s latest comments signal a renewed push for negotiations while maintaining pressure on Iranian leadership.
In addition to addressing Iran, Trump also confirmed plans to visit China in April for talks with President Xi Jinping. He described current relations between the United States and China as positive, despite ongoing strategic and economic competition between the two powers.
“Our relationship with China is very good right now,” Trump said, noting that high-level dialogue remains essential to managing global economic and security challenges.
Observers suggest that developments in U.S.-Iran relations could have significant implications for global energy markets and regional geopolitics. With negotiations reportedly ongoing, attention will now turn to whether diplomatic efforts can yield a breakthrough or whether tensions will intensify in the absence of an agreement.
