U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States is prepared to use military force against Iran if necessary, just days ahead of planned nuclear talks between the two countries.
Speaking in the Oval Office, Trump said, “If it requires military, we're going to have military. Israel will obviously be very much involved in that — they'll be the leader of that. But nobody leads us. We do what we want to do.”
The comments came after Trump announced earlier this week that Washington and Tehran were preparing to begin direct negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme. However, Iranian officials later clarified that the talks, set to take place in Oman, would be indirect.
The planned discussions mark a rare opening for diplomacy between the two adversaries, but Trump’s remarks highlight the fragile ground on which the dialogue stands.
Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have remained high, with Washington accusing Tehran of advancing its nuclear ambitions and supporting armed groups across the region.
Trump’s statement also reflects continued U.S. alignment with Israel on regional security matters, particularly as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that his country would act independently if necessary to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear power.
Iran has yet to publicly respond to Trump’s latest remarks.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said reaching a peace agreement with the United States over the war in Ukraine remains difficult, as Moscow stands firm on its demands and vows never to return to economic dependence on the West.
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Europe experienced its most extensive flooding since 2013 last year, with 30% of the continent’s river network impacted by severe floods, according to a joint report by the Copernicus Climate Change Service and the World Meteorological Organization.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit San Diego County on Monday, shaking homes and disrupting daily life across the region. Originating near Julian, the tremor was felt in San Diego, Orange, and Los Angeles counties, with residents noting its intensity and duration.
A sandstorm in Najaf, Iraq, has drastically reduced visibility and disrupted daily life, causing major traffic problems and challenging both residents and authorities.
France and the Netherlands faced strong condemnation at the United Nations headquarters in New York as the 4th session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent spotlighted ongoing colonialism in their overseas territories.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said reaching a peace agreement with the United States over the war in Ukraine remains difficult, as Moscow stands firm on its demands and vows never to return to economic dependence on the West.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 15th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Asian markets edged higher on Tuesday, lifted by gains in auto stocks after US President Donald Trump suggested he might ease tariffs on vehicles.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio by phone, discussing the situations in Syria, Gaza, and efforts for a Ukraine ceasefire, according to diplomatic sources.
A small plane crashed near Kopake, New York, on April 13, killing at 6 people. The Mitsubishi MU-2B aircraft, carrying six people, went down under unclear circumstances. This marks the second aviation accident in New York in a week, raising safety concerns.
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The death toll from the catastrophic roof collapse at a nightclub in Santo Domingo has risen to 98, with more than 160 people injured, according to Dominican authorities.
A quiet Thursday afternoon at St. Peter’s Basilica turned into something extraordinary, as visitors caught a rare glimpse of Pope Francis — not in his familiar white papal robes, but dressed in black trousers and a striped blanket.
In a dramatic about-face, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a 90-day pause on newly implemented tariffs for dozens of countries — a move that eased market turmoil but further escalated tensions with China.
France and the Netherlands faced strong condemnation at the United Nations headquarters in New York as the 4th session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent spotlighted ongoing colonialism in their overseas territories.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said reaching a peace agreement with the United States over the war in Ukraine remains difficult, as Moscow stands firm on its demands and vows never to return to economic dependence on the West.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 15th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio by phone, discussing the situations in Syria, Gaza, and efforts for a Ukraine ceasefire, according to diplomatic sources.
NORAD has monitored a Russian military aircraft operating in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, confirming it remained in international airspace and posed no threat.
France and the Netherlands faced strong condemnation at the United Nations headquarters in New York as the 4th session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent spotlighted ongoing colonialism in their overseas territories.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said reaching a peace agreement with the United States over the war in Ukraine remains difficult, as Moscow stands firm on its demands and vows never to return to economic dependence on the West.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 15th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Asian markets edged higher on Tuesday, lifted by gains in auto stocks after US President Donald Trump suggested he might ease tariffs on vehicles.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio by phone, discussing the situations in Syria, Gaza, and efforts for a Ukraine ceasefire, according to diplomatic sources.
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