Trump warns of military action against Iran if nuclear talks fail

President Donald Trump reiterated his warning to Iran on August 4, 2026, stating that the U.S. could take significant military action if negotiations between Washington and Tehran do not succeed. In an interview with Fox News, Trump said, "If they back out again, they're going to get hit really hard." He emphasized that military action remains an option if diplomacy does not yield results. Trump's comments followed a recent decision to postpone a planned military strike on Iran after requests from Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries for more time to negotiate. He described the negotiations as "very good," despite Iranian officials denying direct talks with the U.S. and stating that discussions are occurring through mediators in Oman. Trump criticized previous administrations for their handling of the nuclear issue and expressed confidence in achieving a deal, stating, "If they don't make a deal, it's going to be too bad."