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Iran Signals Readiness for Dialogue with US, Warns of Retaliation

Published January 28, 2026, 17:10
Iran Signals Readiness for Dialogue with US, Warns of Retaliation

Iran has stated its readiness for dialogue with the US, but warned it would retaliate if provoked. This statement came in response to US President Donald Trump's urging of Tehran to reach an agreement on its nuclear program, threatening a new, more serious attack in case of non-compliance. Simultaneously, Trump announced the dispatch of a second fleet of ships to the Middle East, expressing hope for an agreement. The Lincoln aircraft carrier has already arrived in the region. The Trump administration has not yet made a final decision on potential military intervention, but has not ruled it out, given the harsh suppression of protests in Iran. The situation remains tense, with Iran demonstrating a diplomatic approach while also declaring its readiness for defense.