US President Donald Trump has signalled the United States could take military action against Iran or alternatively reach a deal, saying the standoff will be resolved very soon one way or the other.
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US President Donald Trump has hinted that the United States could strike Iran, warning that the time for a decision is approaching, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump said the US may “blow up” Iran or alternatively strike a deal, framing the two outcomes as the possible ends to the current standoff. He insisted the situation would be resolved very soon, one way or the other.
The comments, reported by Al Jazeera on October 1, 2026, point to an escalating confrontation in which Washington is weighing both military and diplomatic options.
The remarks leave open two sharply different paths: direct military action against Iran or a negotiated agreement. Trump’s language suggested that whichever course is taken, he expects a conclusion in the near term.
Al Jazeera reported the developments as part of ongoing coverage of the standoff. The source material does not provide further detail on specific timelines, military plans or the terms of any potential deal.
Why it matters
Any US military action against Iran would carry major consequences for regional and global stability, energy markets and international diplomacy. Trump's comments signal that a decisive turn in the standoff may be imminent, making the situation closely watched worldwide.
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Al Jazeera: Trump says the US may “blow up” Iran or strike a deal, insisting the standoff will end very soon one way or the other.