Conflict · Washington, United States · United States of America · October 26, 2026

Trump weighs Iran deal or renewed action

Reported by 7 outlets · first reported Oct 26, 4:10 AM ET

Trump said he will soon decide whether to make a deal or finish Iran off. Iran said indirect talks continue but it will not yield to demands. Guterres warned of unimaginable consequences of escalation.

Why it matters

A renewed war would threaten Gulf oil supply and global energy prices.

Background

The US and Israel have fought Iran since February.

The story so far

1. Oct 26Trump weighs Iran deal or renewed action
2. Nov 4Trump says Iran war largely caused Republican losses
3. Nov 5Vance blames Iran war for Republican losses; Trump partly agrees
4. Nov 6Trump weighs new action on Iran after midterms

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Sources

• CNBC ↗Oct 26, 10:36 AM ET
• CBS News ↗Oct 26, 3:00 PM ET
• CBS News ↗Oct 26, 4:10 AM ET

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