Forget the Board of Peace, Trump may be closer than thought to attacking Iran

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Patrick Wintour Diplomatic editorFebruary 19, 2026 at 03:03 PM
Forget the Board of Peace, Trump may be closer than thought to attacking Iran

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A recent report by Axios suggests that a full-scale US attack on Iran may be closer than many realize, despite ongoing negotiations. This assessment, coupled with the build-up of US military assets in the Middle East, is seen by some as coercive diplomacy aimed at pressuring Iran. While Iran insists it won't negotiate under duress, it claims to be engaging constructively, citing its willingness to continue discussions in Geneva and its ongoing dialogue with the IAEA regarding nuclear site inspections and uranium stockpile dilution. The Iranian foreign ministry stated that the US delegation shortened the Geneva talks to attend to negotiations with Ukraine and Russia. The IAEA acknowledges progress but emphasizes the urgency of the situation.

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iran 100% military attack 80% us 80% negotiations 70% nuclear program 60% diplomacy 60% international atomic energy agency 50% uranium enrichment 40%

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