White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete February 19, 2026 at 07:08 AM
White House says Iran would be 'wise' to make deal, as US ramps up military presence

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The White House stated that Iran would be "wise" to make a deal with the U.S. regarding its nuclear program, amid reports that President Trump is considering military action. This comes as the U.S. increases its military presence in the region by moving a second battleship. While U.S. media reported Trump discussed attack options, no final decision has been made. Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran in Geneva showed some progress, with both sides indicating steps in the right direction on resolving the nuclear dispute. However, the White House press secretary noted that Washington and Tehran remain "far apart" on key issues, and Iran is expected to provide more detail in the coming weeks.

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