Trump Denies Iran Negotiations, Warns of Hard Response

President Donald Trump, returning early from the G7 Leaders Summit in Canada, denied reaching out to Iran for peace talks amid ongoing Middle East tensions, emphasizing that he is "not too much in the mood" to negotiate. He reiterated that Iran should not harm U.S. troops, warning that any attack on American citizens or assets would be met with a strong response. Trump stressed that Iran was close to developing nuclear weapons and criticized Tehran for not accepting a previous deal that he claimed would have saved many lives. While Trump acknowledged monitoring the situation from the White House, he indicated reluctance to engage in negotiations and highlighted ongoing Israeli strikes against Iran. Trump also clarified in a Truth Social post that reports of him reaching out to Iran were fabricated, asserting that Iran knows how to contact him if they wish to talk. His statements reflect a firm stance on Iran, with a focus on deterrence and skepticism toward renewed diplomacy.