President Donald Trump warned Iran of serious consequences if it fails to reach a nuclear agreement as high-level talks began in Geneva. Trump said he would be indirectly involved in the negotiations and stressed that the talks were critical to preventing further conflict.
The administration says it prefers diplomacy but has reinforced U.S. military presence in the Middle East.
PRESIDENT TRUMP on upcoming Iran talks in Geneva: "I'll be, involved in those talks indirectly ... I think they want to make a deal."
— Fox News (@FoxNews) February 17, 2026
"I don't think they want the consequences of not making a deal." pic.twitter.com/IduDj7Dhu5
Trump referenced last year’s U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, which involved B-2 stealth bombers and followed a brief war between Israel and Iran. Tehran later retaliated by targeting a U.S. base in Qatar, though no American personnel were injured.
As talks opened, Iran conducted naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz and issued sharp warnings against U.S. forces. Iranian officials said sanctions relief is essential for any deal, while maintaining that Iran’s nuclear program is peaceful.
The U.S. has reiterated it will not accept Iran obtaining nuclear weapons. Officials say lifting sanctions remains possible if Tehran agrees to strict limits.
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