Trump Sets Two-Week ‘Maximum’ Window for Decision on Iran Amid Rising Tensions
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled that Iran has no more than two weeks to avert potential American military action, stating Friday that a decision on strikes could come sooner if no diplomatic progress is made. His remarks come amid growing international concerns over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran and stalled efforts to restart nuclear negotiations.
Speaking to reporters in Morristown, New Jersey, Trump said, “I’m giving them a period of time, and I would say two weeks would be the maximum.” He added that this timeline was intended to determine “whether or not people come to their senses.” The former president’s comments follow a statement on Thursday in which he said he would decide “within the next two weeks” whether to take action, noting a “substantial chance of negotiations” with Tehran.
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However, Trump’s latest remarks suggest he may not wait the full two weeks if he sees no signs of progress. European diplomats, including representatives from Britain, France, Germany, and the EU, met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Geneva on Friday in an attempt to ease tensions. But Trump dismissed these efforts outright, asserting, “They didn’t help. Iran doesn’t want to speak to Europe. They want to speak to us. Europe is not going to be able to help in this.”
Araghchi reiterated that Iran would not resume dialogue with the United States until Israel halts its ongoing military actions. Trump, however, indicated no intention of pressuring Israel to pause its operations, stating, “If somebody’s winning, it’s a little bit harder to do than if somebody’s losing.” He added that the U.S. remains “ready, willing and able” to engage, but stressed that the situation remains fluid.
The former president also reaffirmed his belief that Iran is just weeks away from developing a nuclear weapon, contradicting assessments from within his own former administration. He dismissed a previous report from his Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, which concluded that Iran was not close to acquiring the enriched uranium needed for a bomb. “She’s wrong,” Trump said firmly.
While Iran maintains that its nuclear program is strictly for peaceful purposes, Trump’s statements and the lack of diplomatic progress are fueling global anxiety about a possible escalation in the region. As tensions remain high, the international community is watching closely to see whether Trump’s ultimatum will lead to renewed talks—or military confrontation.
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