President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he is "50/50" on whether the United States will resume military strikes against Iran, revealing that he expects to make a final decision by Sunday.
Trump's Comments on Iran Strategy
Speaking to Axios, Trump said, "I think one of two things will happen: either I hit them harder than they have ever been hit, or we are going to sign a deal that is good." The president characterized the situation as a "solid 50/50," indicating he could either secure a favorable agreement with Tehran or escalate military action significantly.
Key Meetings and Timeline
Trump confirmed that he, along with Vice President JD Vance, planned to meet with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner later on Saturday to discuss Iran's response to the proposed framework. Under the current outline, the U.S. and Iran would agree to halt military operations for a 30-day period, allowing for more detailed negotiations aimed at reaching a broader accord.
Trump's remarks underscore the high-stakes nature of the diplomatic efforts, with the president emphasizing that a deal must be "good" for the United States, or else he would resort to overwhelming force. The deadline for his decision is set for Sunday, making the next 24 hours critical for the future of U.S.-Iran relations.
