Trump wants to give Iran ‘last chance’ to strike a deal before ‘decapitation’

Published August 3, 2026 2:31pm ET | Updated August 3, 2026 2:31pm ET



President Donald Trump said this week’s talks with Iran will be the “last chance” for the Middle Eastern country to avoid a severe escalation in the war.

Trump called off plans to strike Iran’s energy infrastructure over the weekend after Tehran and regional mediators asked to restart peace talks.

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