‘Bombs will start dropping again if…’: Trump issues stark warning to Iran ahead of Islamabad talks 2.0
US President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iran, warning that military action could resume if ongoing nuclear negotiations fail to deliver results within days. Setting a Wednesday deadline, Trump said that “bombs will start dropping again” if there is no meaningful progress, raising the stakes around the talks.
The warning comes at a sensitive time, as diplomatic efforts continue to prevent further escalation in West Asia. Negotiators are preparing for another round of discussions in Islamabad, seen as a key moment in the process.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while returning to Washington from Phoenix, Arizona, Trump expressed uncertainty over whether the current truce would hold. He indicated that the blockade on Iranian ports would remain in place and suggested that stalled talks could lead to renewed airstrikes. “We have to start dropping bombs again,” he said.
High-Stakes Talks Set to Resume in Islamabad
Reports indicate that delegations from Iran and the United States are expected to arrive in Islamabad on Sunday, ahead of formal talks scheduled for Monday. The upcoming discussions are viewed as a critical opportunity to narrow differences and potentially revive an agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme.
In a separate statement, Trump acknowledged Iran’s announcement that the Strait of Hormuz was “fully open and ready for full passage,” and thanked Tehran for the move. The development is being seen as a positive sign amid otherwise tense negotiations.
Regional Leaders Push for De-escalation
As tensions remain high, regional leaders have stepped in to support diplomatic efforts. Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held talks with Shehbaz Sharif, focusing on international attempts to ease tensions and encourage dialogue.
These engagements highlight a broader push by regional powers to avoid a further escalation, especially given the strategic and economic importance of stability in the region.