Trump plays down Iran escalation as talks focus on Hormuz
The United States and Iran have moved from threats of major military strikes toward diplomatic talks. President Trump initially said Iran hadn't "received enough pain" to make a deal, but later indicated both sides were engaged in negotiations with a potential agreement possible. Trump is now downplaying further escalation and urging Iran to reach a deal.
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7 sourcesTrump to Axios: I'm ready for "strong military action" if Iran talks fail
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5 sourcesTrump says he has "a lot of patience" and "plenty of time" to reach deal with Iran
White House says Trump "giving diplomacy a chance" amid pause in Iran strikes
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10 sourcesTrump says he doesn't need Israel's help in dealing with Iran's Pickaxe Mountain
Trump Says U.S. in ‘Very Deep Talks’ with Iran — Warns of ‘Strong Military Action’ if Diplomacy Fails
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10 articlesTrump, ahead of meet with Netanyahu: ‘I don’t need Bibi’ for intel on Pickaxe Mountain
Trump warns of return to ‘strong military action’ if Iran diplomacy fails
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The story so far
5 developments- Jul 23Trump Weighs ‘Massive Attack’ as Iran Rejects Cease-Fire Proposal
- Jul 26Trump holds off on major escalation against Iran as advisers raise concerns
- Jul 27Trump says there’s a ‘good chance’ of an Iran deal amid pause
- Jul 28Only lean-right coverage:Trump cites 'good' talks on Iran, reiterates threat to hit targets
- Jul 28Trump says he doesn't need Israel's help in dealing with Iran's Pickaxe Mountain
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Quiet for 81 daysLast development · Jul 28 — Trump says he doesn't need Israel's help in dealing with Iran's Pickaxe Mountain