06/07/2026
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06/07/2026
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US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters during the White House Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn of the White House on April 6, in Washington. (AP)
WASHINGTON/TEHRAN, Jul 6: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that Washington is close to reaching a new agreement with Iran but warned that the United States is prepared to take military action if negotiations collapse, declaring that America would "finish the job" if no deal is reached.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said diplomacy remained his preferred option but insisted the U.S. retained overwhelming military capability should talks fail.
"We're either going to make a deal or we're going to finish the job," Trump said. "And it won't be tough to finish the job."
The president added that he would rather avoid military action because of its potential impact on Iran's civilian population.
"I'd rather make a deal because I don't want to affect 91 million people," he said. "We can knock down their bridges in one hour. We can knock out their energy supply."
Trump's remarks come amid continued efforts to revive negotiations over Iran's nuclear program following months of heightened regional tensions.
Anti-Trump, Anti-Netanyahu Poster Displayed in Tehran
Meanwhile, tensions remained high in Iran as thousands gathered in Tehran for the funeral procession of slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, where a large anti-American and anti-Israeli poster drew attention.
The banner portrayed President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as wanted men, featuring crosshair markings over their photographs. Written in English, the poster included the phrases "There will be blood" and "Kill Trump."
The display reflected continuing anger among hardline supporters following Khamenei's killing.
Iranian officials and pro-government figures have repeatedly vowed revenge over Khamenei's death, while maintaining that any retaliation would be separate from ongoing ceasefire arrangements and diplomatic negotiations.
The contrasting developments highlighted the fragile state of U.S.-Iran relations, with diplomatic efforts continuing even as rhetoric from both sides remains sharply confrontational.
