US President signals optimism despite Iran’s supreme leader threatening a wider regional conflict
Washington, United States | Web Desk: US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about reaching a deal with Iran, despite a stern warning from Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who cautioned that any American attack would trigger a regional war.
Speaking on Sunday, Ayatollah Khamenei warned that if the United States launches military action against Iran, the conflict would not remain limited and could spread across the entire Middle East.
“The Iranian nation will not be frightened by such threats,” Khamenei said, responding to repeated statements by President Trump about deploying military assets. He added that Iran does not seek war or initiate aggression, but stressed that any act of intimidation or attack would be met with a strong response.
Reacting to Khamenei’s remarks, President Trump told reporters that he remains hopeful about finalizing an agreement with Iran. Addressing questions about the warning of a regional conflict, Trump said it was natural for Iran’s leadership to make such statements, adding that if negotiations fail, time will reveal whether Khamenei’s prediction proves accurate.
“Hopefully, we’ll make a deal,” Trump stated.
Meanwhile, the United States has significantly increased its naval presence in the Middle East. According to the US Navy, the region currently hosts six destroyers, one aircraft carrier, and three littoral combat ships, underscoring heightened military preparedness amid escalating tensions.
