US President Donald Trump has said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would have “no choice” but to accept any future US-Iran deal negotiated by Washington, underscoring his administration’s determination to continue diplomatic efforts with Tehran despite renewed regional tensions.
Speaking in an interview with the Financial Times, Trump stressed that decisions regarding negotiations with Iran would be made by the United States. He rejected suggestions that Israel could dictate Washington’s approach, saying American foreign policy remained under his administration’s control.
The comments came after Iran launched missiles toward Israeli targets following renewed hostilities linked to developments in Lebanon. The exchange has raised concerns about regional stability and prompted fresh international calls for restraint and diplomacy.
Despite the latest escalation, Trump insisted that the missile attack would not derail efforts to secure a US-Iran deal. He said negotiations would proceed based on their own merits and that recent military developments would not determine the outcome of diplomatic discussions.
Reports indicated that Trump also communicated with Netanyahu regarding the situation and urged caution to avoid further escalation. The United States has continued to support efforts aimed at reducing tensions while pursuing a broader diplomatic framework with Iran.
At the same time, Trump warned that military and economic options remain available if negotiations fail. He suggested that Washington could consider stronger measures against Iran should diplomatic efforts prove unsuccessful, while emphasizing that dialogue remains the preferred course.
The future of the US-Iran deal remains uncertain as regional tensions persist. Analysts say progress will depend on diplomatic engagement, security developments and broader efforts to prevent the conflict from expanding across the Middle East.
