Can't confirm whether US will strike Iran's nuclear facilities: Trump

US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran is now “totally defenseless” amid ongoing hostilities in the Middle East, suggesting that Tehran is seeking to open negotiations with Washington.

Speaking to reporters, Trump said, “They don’t have air defense — none. They’re totally defenseless,” underscoring what he described as Iran’s growing vulnerability following escalating military exchanges in the region.

Trump, however, stopped short of confirming whether the United States intends to strike Iran, adding that no final decision has been made yet.

“They are in a lot of trouble, and they want to negotiate,” he remarked, while criticizing Iranian leadership for not pursuing diplomatic talks sooner. “They should have negotiated a long time ago,” he added.

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Trump’s comments come as tensions between Iran and Israel have dramatically intensified, drawing in global powers and raising fears of a broader regional conflict.

While the Biden administration has maintained a cautious diplomatic tone, Trump’s remarks signal a far more aggressive posture regarding Iran’s position in the standoff.

Earlier in the day, Khamenei vowed not to surrender before US or Zionists and said Iran will continue to exercise its right to self-defense.