Trump says decision nearing on Iran: deal or 'finish it off'

· Security · United States · Iran

President Donald Trump said it is "getting to be decision time" on whether to make a deal with Tehran or resume attacks, as Iranian and Houthi threats against Americans in the Middle East grow. He told reporters that there are "two very different sets of intelligence reports" on Iran. He also warned Iran would trigger "death problems" if it obtains a nuclear weapon. Oil prices edged lower as the US and Iran stuck to familiar rhetoric, with a technical gauge pointing to overbought conditions.

Why it matters:A decision on Iran could reignite a regional war and disrupt oil supplies, with consequences well beyond the Middle East.

Key points

  • Trump said there are "two very different sets of intelligence reports" on Iran.
  • He warned Iran would face "death problems" if it obtains a nuclear weapon.
  • Oil edged lower as rhetoric between Washington and Tehran remained unchanged.

Sources (original reporting)

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