What did Trump say about the possibility of immediate talks with Iran, and what condition did he set for negotiations?

Trump downplayed the prospect of immediate talks with Iran, stating, 'They want to desperately meet and until they’re ready to meet in a meaningful way we have no interest.' He emphasized that the U.S. would continue military action unless Iran demonstrated readiness for substantive negotiations.

How did Trump respond to the Houthi threat against shipping in the Red Sea, and what did he indicate about potential U.S. military action?

Trump responded to the Houthi threat by saying, 'If something like that happens, we take care of it,' without elaborating on specific measures. He also signaled more military action is likely, reiterated threats to strike 'Pickaxe Mountain'—an Iranian facility suspected of being a nuclear site—and stated, 'But we’re not leaving tomorrow,' affirming continued U.S. military presence and operations.

Trump Downplays Iran Talks Amid Red Sea Shipping Threats

Jul 21, 2026

US President Trump downplayed immediate negotiations with Iran as tensions escalate over Red Sea shipping, driving oil prices up nearly 20% in July with Brent crude trading near $90 per barrel.

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