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Military Escalation or Diplomacy? Trump 'Weighs' Options for Iran

Published February 23, 2026, 09:08
Military Escalation or Diplomacy? Trump 'Weighs' Options for Iran

The situation between the US and Iran remains tense, with Donald Trump considering military action if diplomatic efforts fail. Trump has informed his allies that he will consider a larger military intervention if Iran does not abandon its nuclear program. Negotiations in Geneva are critical, but the US does not rule out escalating military action. Trump's insistence on preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons clashes with Iran's position on the right to produce nuclear energy for peaceful purposes. Simultaneously, the possibility of a limited uranium enrichment program for medical purposes is being considered, but the chances of an agreement remain uncertain. US forces have increased their presence in the region.