Trump warns US may ‘drop bombs again’ if no Iran deal by ceasefire deadline
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President Trump warned the US might "drop bombs again" on Iran if no deal is reached by next week's ceasefire deadline.
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Renewed US military action in the Middle East could lead to increased instability, potentially impacting global oil prices and the US economy.
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President Trump warned late Friday that the U.S. could strike Iran again if the Middle Eastern nation’s leaders do not agree to his terms before a temporary ceasefire ends next week. Speaking to News Nation on Air Force One, President Trump indicated that military action would be a possibility if no deal is reached by Wednesday's deadline. This statement raises the prospect of renewed U.S. military engagement in the region following the expiration of the current truce. The warning signals a firm stance from the White House regarding ongoing negotiations with Iran.
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