Payam Javan: U.S. President Donald Trump, in his first remarks following Israel’s extensive strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities on Friday, urged Iran to negotiate a nuclear deal swiftly to avoid further escalation. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed he had repeatedly offered Iran opportunities for a deal, warning that the U.S. possesses unmatched military capabilities and that Israel, heavily equipped with American weaponry, was prepared to escalate further. He described the situation as dire for Iran’s leadership, stating that hardliners who spoke defiantly were now “all DEAD” and that Iran risked total devastation if it did not act.

Israel’s overnight operation targeted Iran’s nuclear sites, ballistic missile factories, and military commanders to thwart Tehran’s potential to develop nuclear weapons. Iran vowed severe retaliation, and Israel reported intercepting approximately 100 drones launched toward its territory, signaling heightened tensions and the potential for further conflict.