Trump says new talks are Iran's 'last chance' to make deal 'before decapitation'


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President Trump said his decision not to escalate the war in Iran over the weekend was Iran’s "last chance" to make a deal. He also said he called off attacks because Gulf allies asked him to do so. Threatening new strikes and then calling them off is something Trump has done many times. Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with Dani
Trump's Iran Stance and Regional Escalation President Trump stated that his decision over the weekend to hold off on large-scale military strikes against Iran serves as Tehran's final opportunity to reach an agreement before facing severe consequences. The president explained that requests from Gulf leaders, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, influenced his choice to halt the planned escalation, though he emphasized that this diplomatic opening is temporary. The Situation in the Strait of Hormuz Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continues to face major disruptions. While the United States maintains a robust naval presence—described by the administration as a "wall of steel"—and continues a blockade of Iranian ports, negotiations involving the U.S., Iran, and Oman are ongoing. Despite these talks, Iranian officials stated that the strait will remain closed as long as current U.S. actions and naval blockades persist. Regional Dynamics and Gulf Ally Concerns Nick Schifrin spoke with Dania Pfeffer, executive director of the Gulf International Forum, to discuss how regional powers view the fluctuating U.S. policy. Pfeffer noted that Gulf states feel their immediate security concerns have often been sidelined, placing them in a difficult diplomatic position between Washington and Tehran. Saudi Arabia and other regional partners have actively lobbied against a wider military conflict, fearing catastrophic economic consequences. These concerns are heightened by threats and attacks targeting vital maritime choke points, including: The Strait of Hormuz The Bab el-Mandeb Strait (via Iranian-backed Houthi actions) Areas near the Suez Canal These disruptions threaten critical supply chains and oil export routes, prompting Saudi Arabia to seek broader coalitions for regional security and de-escalation. Meanwhile, analysts suggest that Tehran believes it maintains significant leverage and influence amid the shifting diplomatic and military landscape. For more details, you can watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7E7wABscg9A Trump says new talks are Iran's 'last chance' to make deal 'before decapitation' PBS NewsHour · 57K views

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