Iran: Trump says he'd rather make deal than 'kill people' amid reports of weapons shortages

Iran: Trump says he'd rather make deal than 'kill people' amid reports of weapons shortages Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 08/06/2026 - 11:11 White House denies report that president confronted Pete Hegseth over critical shortage of munitions during conflict US President Donald Trump made the comments at an event at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada, on 5 August 2026 (AFP/Jim Watson) Off US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday evening that Washington is holding talks with Iran and would prefer an agreement rather than further military action against the country. Speaking during an event in Las Vegas, Trump said the US had been preparing to launch what he described as “the biggest attack since world war two before Iranian officials asked for negotiations. “I would rather make a deal with Iran because I don’t want to kill people,” he added, while reaffirming his commitment that Tehran would not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons.