Amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized his desire for a definitive resolution to Iran’s nuclear ambitions. He indicated the possibility of dispatching senior American officials to engage directly with Tehran, as the aerial conflict between Israel and Iran entered its fifth consecutive day. These remarks were made during his late-night departure from Canada, where he had participated in the Group of Seven (G7) summit on Monday, according to a CBS News reporter’s post on the social media platform X. Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, President Donald Trump has dismissed the notion of a ceasefire, instead demanding that Iran completely abandon its nuclear ambitions. Speaking aboard Air Force One after departing the G7 summit in Canada, Trump emphasized his desire for a “real end” to Iran’s nuclear program, stating, “You’re going to find out over the next two days. You’re going to find out. Nobody’s slowed up so far.” Trump indicated the possibility of sending U.S. Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff or Vice President JD Vance to engage with Iranian officials, though he remained noncommittal, saying, “I may,” depending on developments upon his return to Washington The conflict has intensified with Israel launching airstrikes that have reportedly killed key Iranian military commanders and nuclear scientists. Iran has retaliated with missile and drone attacks targeting Israeli cities. The ongoing hostilities have raised global concerns, prompting evacuations and impacting oil markets due to instability near the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump maintains that the U.S. is not involved in Israel’s military actions, he has not ruled out potential involvement, stating, “It’s possible we could get involved,” and emphasizing that Iran must not target U.S. interests or personnel. At the recent G7 summit in Canada, President Donald Trump departed ahead of schedule, citing urgent matters related to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. French President Emmanuel Macron suggested that Trump’s early exit was to facilitate a ceasefire between the two nations. However, Trump refuted this claim, labeling Macron as “publicity seeking” and asserting that his return to Washington was for reasons “much bigger than that” President Trump emphasized that the U.S. is not currently involved in the conflict but has not ruled out future involvement. He reiterated his stance that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons and urged for the evacuation of Tehran, stating, “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!” . Trump also mentioned the possibility of sending senior officials to engage with Iran, aiming for a “real end” to the nuclear issue Iran’s Revolutionary Guards announced on Tuesday that they had launched a “more powerful” new wave of missiles towards Israel, according to the state news agency IRNA. A senior Iranian army commander also indicated that a new wave of drones would target Israel. In a related development, Iran’s Nour news reported that three people were killed and four injured in Iran’s central city of Kashan due to an Israeli attack. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Iranian officials have reported 224 deaths, mostly civilians, while Israel has reported 24 civilian fatalities. The situation remains tense, with both nations engaging in retaliatory strikes and international leaders calling for de-escalation.
Trump says he wants ‘real end’ to nuclear problem with Iran
