US President Donald Trump signaled growing frustration on Friday over stalled nuclear negotiations with Iran, saying he is “not happy” with the direction of the talks but will wait to see what unfolds in the next rounds. Speaking as he departed the White House for a trip, Trump said Iran has yet to offer the concessions Washington considers essential, adding, “They cannot have nuclear weapons.”
The latest round of discussions in Geneva ended without progress, deepening uncertainty at a moment when American military forces are increasing their presence across the region. Trump has repeatedly warned that the US is prepared to use military force if Iran refuses to accept a more restrictive nuclear agreement. Iran maintains that its uranium enrichment program is for peaceful purposes and denies any intention to build a nuclear weapon.
Asked about the risk of the US being drawn into a prolonged conflict should it launch strikes, Trump acknowledged the inherent dangers. “There’s always a risk,” he said. “When there’s war, there’s a risk of anything, both good and bad.”
The State Department announced that Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Israel early next week, a move that may indicate a longer timeline before any potential military action. The US Embassy in Israel had earlier advised staff who wished to leave the country to do so, joining several other nations in urging citizens to depart amid rising tensions.
Meanwhile, a confidential report from the UN nuclear watchdog, seen by The Associated Press, revealed that Iran has not granted inspectors access to key nuclear sites since they were heavily bombed during Israel’s 12‑day offensive last June. Without access, the agency said it cannot verify Iran’s claim that it halted uranium enrichment following US and Israeli strikes.
As diplomatic pressure intensifies and military preparations continue, the coming days may determine whether negotiations regain momentum or give way to a deeper confrontation.
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