Trump Says Israel Strikes Could Help Secure Iran Nuclear Deal

‍Updated June 14, 2025

Former President Donald Trump suggested Friday⁣ that Israel’s recent strikes against Iran could facilitate a nuclear deal with Iran. Trump’s comments ⁣came amid ongoing tensions in the region and renewed‌ discussions about Iran’s nuclear ambitions. the U.S.role in the Israel-Iran conflict remains ‍a key point of discussion.

Speaking to ⁢Axios, Trump speculated that the strikes might compel Iran to “negotiate seriously.” He added, “Maybe⁣ now it will happen.” Trump also stated that he⁣ had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday, the first conversation since the ⁤attack. He declined⁢ to elaborate on the details of their discussion, including whether Netanyahu requested direct U.S. involvement.

In a series of interviews,Trump ⁤urged Iran to ​pursue ‌a‍ nuclear deal to avoid further,potentially “more‍ brutal,” Israeli strikes. He told NBC News that Iran ​”missed the opportunity to ​make a deal. Now, they may ⁣have another ‌opportunity.” To Reuters, he said, “They can still work out ⁤a deal, though, it’s not too late.”

Earlier Friday, Trump posted on Truth Social,‌ “Iran must make a deal, before there is⁣ nothing left.”

Prior to‌ the Israeli operation, the ⁢U.S. State Department reportedly notified Qatar‌ and other U.S. allies⁤ in the Middle East,according to Reuters.Trump told The⁢ Washington Post that he was aware ⁤of the impending strikes, stating, “I always knew the date. Becuase I know‍ everything.”

What’s next

The international community ⁢awaits Iran’s response and whether the recent events will indeed lead to ‍renewed negotiations⁣ regarding ⁢its‍ nuclear program.the potential ‌for⁤ further escalation remains a concern as⁢ diplomatic efforts continue.