President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could launch fresh military strikes on Iran if upcoming negotiations fail to produce a deal.
In an interview with the New York Post, Trump said U.S. warships are already being reloaded with advanced weaponry in preparation for possible action.
“We’re loading up the ships with the best ammunition… and if we don’t have a deal, we will be using them very effectively,” he said.
The renewed threat comes ahead of planned negotiations in Islamabad, where JD Vance is leading the U.S. delegation.
Vance also issued a warning to Tehran, cautioning Iranian leaders not to “play” Washington during the talks.
The latest comments add to growing uncertainty surrounding the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, which has already been strained by:
Disputes over nuclear terms
Ongoing military activity in the region
Conflicting claims about compliance with the agreement
Earlier, Trump described the situation as a “reset,” hinting at a potential shift in strategy if diplomacy collapses.
Trump’s remarks signal that:
The U.S. is keeping military pressure active alongside diplomacy
The upcoming talks could be a turning point for either de-escalation or renewed conflict
Any breakdown in negotiations may quickly lead to escalation in military action
The outcome of the Islamabad talks is now seen as critical to determining whether tensions ease or move closer to another phase of confrontation
