Trump says US not ready to make deal with Iran as citizens warned to leave Iraq
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the United States is not prepared to reach a deal with Iran at this time, citing concerns over the terms and insisting that any agreement must meet strict conditions. The statement comes as American citizens in Iraq have been advised to leave the country immediately amid rising tensions and repeated attacks on U.S. personnel and facilities.
Trump said that while Iran has expressed willingness to negotiate, the proposed conditions do not yet meet the standards required for a safe and secure settlement. He emphasized that Washington will not agree to any deal unless Iran takes concrete steps to halt its nuclear ambitions and military actions against U.S. interests and allies in the region. The president stressed that the United States remains open to diplomacy, but only on terms that fully protect American security.
The announcement follows a series of escalations between U.S. and Iranian forces. Recent attacks by Iran-aligned militias on American bases in Iraq, as well as missile and drone strikes targeting U.S. positions in the Gulf, have intensified concerns over a wider conflict. U.S. officials have expressed caution, warning that further aggression from Iran could lead to additional military responses.
In response to the rising threat, the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security advisory urging all American citizens in Iraq to depart immediately. Embassy officials cited “significant public safety risks” and recommended that citizens use land routes to leave the country where possible, as commercial flights have been disrupted by the ongoing tensions. The advisory also warned of potential attacks against foreign nationals and highlighted the unpredictable nature of militia activity across Iraq.
The warning reflects growing anxiety over the broader regional implications of the U.S.-Iran standoff. Several Gulf nations and international partners have called for restraint and emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions to prevent escalation. Analysts note that while Iran maintains its stance of responding to perceived U.S. aggression, the risk of miscalculation remains high, potentially affecting neighboring countries and regional stability.
Trump’s statement and the embassy advisory underline the administration’s dual focus: ensuring American citizens’ safety abroad while maintaining pressure on Iran to adhere to U.S. demands. With diplomatic talks stalled and military threats ongoing, the situation in Iraq and the wider Middle East remains tense, and officials warn that conditions could change rapidly in the coming days.