Donald Trump discusses potential deal with Iran and status of military operations

U.S. President Donald Trump stated on November 7 and 8, 2026, that Washington has made significant progress in negotiations with Iran. Trump asserted that Tehran is now willing to reach an agreement, though he did not provide specific details on the nature of these talks. While dismissing the term 'war' to describe the current tensions, the President noted that the U.S. has imposed a major military blockade on Iran and carried out limited strikes against Iranian military equipment, including the recent destruction of a new air defense system.

In a subsequent interview with CNN, Trump characterized further large-scale U.S. military intervention as 'highly unlikely,' provided that Iran signs a strong deal regarding its nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized that the U.S. has identified potential infrastructure targets, including 38 bridges, should military action become necessary. Trump cited Iran’s 301% inflation rate as evidence of a collapsing state and claimed that no American personnel have been killed in the region over the past seven months. The administration maintains that while further strikes remain an option, the current preference is for diplomatic resolution through a robust agreement.