Trump to Axios: I'm ready for "strong military action" if Iran talks fail

Axios reports President Trump has paused military operations against Iran to allow diplomacy one final opportunity. 'If they don't work out, we will go back to very strong military action,' Trump said. The negotiations, mediated by Oman and involving Qatar, Pakistan, and Egypt alongside Trump's envoys, aim to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks. But Trump made it clear his patience is limited—the talks must progress quickly or not at all. He plans to discuss Iran with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during Tuesday's meeting at the White House.

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