Mr. Araghchi said Iran was ready for a “fair and equitable” deal, but not for coercion. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had declared a “historic victory” after the June war, and Mr. Trump had claimed that his strikes had “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear facilities. But Mr. Trump has now shifted his focus back to Iran’s nuclear programme, asking Tehran to reach a deal without delay. Mr. Trump had earlier threatened to use force if Iran killed protesters. But after moving more fighter jets, missile defence systems and USS Abraham Lincoln strike group to West Asia, Mr. Trump stepped up his threats.

Source: The Hindu January 29, 2026 21:08 UTC