'Next attack will be far worse' if nuclear deal fails, U.S. President Trump warns Iran

'Next attack will be far worse' if nuclear deal fails, U.S. President Trump warns Iran
A 3D printed miniature of U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian flag are seen in this illustration taken 9 January, 2026
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“The next attack will be far worse! Don’t make that happen again,” U.S. President Donald Trump wrote on Wednesday (28 January), urging Iran to negotiate a nuclear deal.

“Hopefully Iran will quickly ‘Come to the Table’ and negotiate a fair and equitable deal – NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS – one that is good for all parties. Time is running out, it is truly of the essence!” Trump wrote on social media.

Trump, who withdrew the United States from the 2015 multination nuclear agreement (JCPOA) with Tehran during his first term, reminded that his previous warning to Iran had been followed by a military strike.

“The next attack will be far worse! Don’t make that happen again,” he wrote, also noting that another “armada” is reportedly heading toward Iran.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi responded via state media that he had not been in contact with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff in recent days and had not requested negotiations.

The comments come amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear programme, with U.S. officials citing concerns over uranium enrichment and regional security.

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