US President Donald Trump says Tehran must reach an agreement with Washington as diplomatic efforts continue amid tensions over the war and the Strait of Hormuz.

WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES — WEB DESK: US President Donald Trump has warned Iran that it must reach an agreement with Washington, saying the dispute should not continue for much longer and expressing confidence that the conflict will end soon.

Trump said Iran had no alternative but to make a deal with the United States. He also warned that Washington could bring the matter to an end itself if Tehran failed to reach an agreement.

The US president indicated that the ongoing war involving the United States, Israel and Iran would not continue indefinitely. He said he wanted to prevent further loss of life, while maintaining that stronger military action could become necessary.

His remarks underline Washington’s continued pressure on Tehran to reach an agreement while keeping the possibility of further military action open.

US-Iran Diplomatic Efforts Continue

The statements come amid continuing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict and address disagreements between Washington and Tehran.

Recent discussions involving Qatari mediators have focused on possible arrangements to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and create a path towards renewed negotiations. The strategic waterway is vital to international energy shipments, making its security a major concern for global markets.

However, a comprehensive agreement has yet to be confirmed. The two sides remain divided over key conditions, including sanctions, maritime access and the future of the conflict.

Trump’s latest warning signals that the US administration continues to favour a negotiated outcome while retaining military options. Iran’s response to the latest remarks and the prospects for a final agreement remain uncertain.

Any breakthrough would depend on whether both sides can reconcile their competing demands and agree on terms that bring a lasting end to hostilities.