WSJ: Trump has not ruled out strikes on Iran if talks fail

Middle East Eye · May 23, 2026 War

WSJ: Trump has not ruled out strikes on Iran if talks fail US President Donald Trump told aides during a meeting on Friday that he wanted to give diplomacy more time as negotiations with Iran continue, The Wall Street Journal reported, quoting US officials. The report said Trump remains interested in pursuing a negotiated outcome despite ongoing tensions. At the same time, Trump has not completely ruled out military action if talks fail to produce a breakthrough, the officials said.

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