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Trump says Iran talks are going on 'right now', Tehran has one last chance

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Posted on August 3, 2026

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· Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Trump says Iran faces 'decapitation' if it doesn't strike deal

Trump Issues Ultimatum to Iran Over Nuclear Deal

WASHINGTON, Aug 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said Iran faced "decapitation" if it did not agree a pact to end the conflict between the two nations, saying Tehran had one last chance to strike a deal.

Trump's Warning and Negotiation Stance

"I think we're going to maybe get something, but I want to give them every last chance before decapitation," he said, reiterating a threat to launch a major attack on Iran.

Response to Iran's Leadership

Earlier on Monday, after Iran said there were no talks under way, Trump slammed what he called Iran's "unbelievably duplicitous" leadership.

Status of Ongoing Negotiations

Trump, asked about the status of the negotiations, told reporters "they are going on right now," adding that the two sides were speaking at the request of Iran, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar among others.

"This is a last chance for them to sign a good document," he said, referring to Iran.

(Reporting by Nandita Bose, writing by David Ljunggren; editing by Michelle Nichols)

Key Takeaways

  • Trump claims negotiations are underway at Iran’s request alongside regional actors, framing it as a final opportunity for a deal (apnews.com)
  • Iran’s foreign ministry denies any talks in progress, calling Trump’s statements misleading (apnews.com)
  • The backdrop includes a fragile interim ceasefire and 60‑day negotiation window that could lapse by mid‑August, with both sides under pressure for a lasting accord (apnews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are US-Iran nuclear talks currently happening?
Yes, President Trump stated that negotiations with Iran are going on right now.
What did Trump say about Iran's leadership?
Trump called Iran's leadership 'unbelievably duplicitous' during the discussion on negotiations.
Who requested the talks between the US and Iran?
Trump claimed the talks were requested by Iran, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar.
What did Trump mean by 'last chance' for Iran?
He said it was Iran's last chance to sign a good deal regarding their nuclear program.
Did Iran confirm the ongoing negotiations?
Earlier, Iran had said there were no talks under way, contradicting Trump's statement.

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