In a wave of late-night remarks from the White House, President Donald Trump reaffirmed that he has not yet made a final decision on striking Iran, despite escalating conflict and mounting pressure. While hinting at potential negotiations, he emphasized that the U.S. is not seeking a ceasefire—but total victory, meaning “No nuclear weapons for Iran.”
Here are the key developments from Trump’s statements:
📍 Meeting Incoming: Trump confirmed a National Security meeting within the hour to discuss the Israel–Iran conflict.
📍 Diplomacy Still Open: “Iran wants to come to the White House. I may do that. I haven’t closed the door to negotiations.”
📍 Last-Minute Strategy: Trump said he prefers to decide “at the last moment” and has “ideas about what to do.”
📍 War or Weapon: “I don’t want war, but the choice is between fighting and letting Iran have a nuclear weapon.”
📍 Nuclear Proximity: “Iran was just weeks away from obtaining a nuclear weapon. The entire world would blow up if they did.”
📍 No Escape for Iran: “They want to come, but bombs are falling on them. They can’t leave the country.”
📍 Victory for Israel: “Israel is winning. They’re doing very well.”
📍 Global Consultation: Trump revealed he discussed Iran with Pakistan’s army chief, indicating broader strategic coordination.
📍 Support Base Clear: “My supporters believe in America First—they don’t want Iran getting nukes.”
Trump’s remarks paint a picture of calculated hesitation—weighing force against diplomacy. His insistence on “total victory” without nuclear concessions from Iran signals that any resolution will come on U.S.–Israeli terms, not under mutual compromise.
