Trump warns of possible U.S. strike if Iran nuclear talks fail

President Donald Trump reiterated that the United States could launch a "hard" military strike against Iran if diplomatic talks collapse, telling Fox News host Trace Gallagher that Iran would "get hit really hard" if it backs out of negotiations. He added that while the option remains, he hopes it will not be needed.

Trump said a planned large-scale attack was postponed after Iran and several regional countries requested more time to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz and limiting Iran's nuclear activities. He described the recent talks as "very good" and suggested progress toward an agreement, despite Iranian officials denying direct negotiations and stating that discussions are being mediated through Oman.

The president emphasized that the United States is not in a hurry to abandon diplomacy, stating he has "plenty of time" and that previous administrations had failed to resolve the issue. He also criticized the nuclear deal reached under former President Barack Obama, claiming it should have been addressed by multiple presidents.

"If they back out again, they're going to get hit really hard," Trump said.

"The hard hit is yet to come, and hopefully we won't have to use it," he added.

The remarks came as reports indicated significant progress in talks mediated by Oman, though no final agreement had been reached.