Trump Plans Deal with Iran Amid Increased Military Threats

President Donald Trump is pursuing a potential diplomatic resolution with Iran, believing the country is vulnerable after significant setbacks in the Middle East. This renewed effort will commence when Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, meets Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Oman. Trump emphasized that while he prefers diplomacy, Iran must abandon its nuclear ambitions or face severe consequences, hinting at a higher likelihood of U.S. military action if negotiations fail. The situation is complicated by Iran's recent losses, including degraded military capabilities of its proxies and damage to its nuclear facilities from Israeli strikes. Domestic pressures from years of sanctions are also weighing on Iran, which may influence its negotiating stance. White House officials assert that all options remain available if Iran does not comply with the U.S. demands.