According to him, the world will find out "within the next probable 10 days" whether there will be an agreement between Washington and Tehran or a military scenario will be activated. This is not just a diplomatic warning. This is an ultimatum.
Negotiations or Conflict?
Trump emphasized that negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program are "going very well," but historically this process has always been complex. His wording is clear: "There must be a substantive agreement, otherwise bad things will happen."
Washington has intensified its military presence in the Middle East in recent weeks. In particular, the aircraft carrier "USS Abraham Lincoln" has been directed to the region. There are reports that the White House is also discussing new strike options. Considering that the US struck three Iranian nuclear facilities in June of last year, it becomes clear that Trump's rhetoric today is not merely political pressure.
Tehran's Response: "Legitimate Target"
Iran, however, gave a sharp response. In a letter sent to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Tehran stated that if US bases in the region are used for an attack against Iran, it will consider them a "legitimate target."
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei made an even sharper statement on social media, writing that "a weapon that can send a warship to the bottom of the sea is even more dangerous than that." This is an open threat.
Opposition Within Congress
Trump's potential military actions are not receiving unanimous support even within the US. Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna and Republican Thomas Massie, citing the 1973 War Powers Act, reminded that Congressional approval is required for any military operation.
What does this mean? If Trump decides to strike, he may face opposition not only from Iran but also on the domestic political front.
"Peace Council" and a New Geopolitical Game
The "Peace Council" announced by Trump was initially interpreted as an initiative to stop the war in Gaza. But today it seems to be turning into a broader geopolitical platform. Some observers speculate that this initiative could be an attempt to bypass UN mechanisms.
What Will 10 Days Decide?
The real question is, what can change within these 10 days? Will Iran abandon its nuclear program? Or will Trump prefer to demonstrate strength ahead of the election stage? A confrontation with Iran, which has a population of 90 million and a strengthened military infrastructure, is not a short operation. It could turn into a large-scale conflict engulfing the entire region.
Trump's political style is characterized by pressure and quick decisions. But the Iran issue is not a problem that can be solved with a tweet or a short ultimatum.
The 10 days ahead are the most delicate line between diplomacy and a military scenario. And who crosses this line first could determine the fate of the entire Middle East.
