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PoliticsMay 19

Trump Issues Warning to Iran as Nuclear Tensions Rise, Discusses Intel Stake

President Trump warned Iran that the 'clock is ticking' on nuclear negotiations while separately commenting on his Intel investment discussions.

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President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran regarding nuclear negotiations, telling the country that "the clock is ticking" as tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East. The warning comes as diplomatic efforts to resolve the nuclear standoff appear to have stalled.

According to reports, Iran has presented a new 14-point peace proposal following Trump's warning, with Iranian officials claiming the United States has made a major concession. However, the White House has not publicly commented on the Iranian proposal or confirmed any concessions.

The renewed tensions have prompted Trump to convene a high-level Situation Room meeting focused on Iran policy, as no nuclear deal appears imminent. The escalating situation has coincided with reported targeting of a UAE nuclear facility, adding to regional security concerns.

Separately, Trump told Fortune magazine that he should have negotiated for a larger stake in Intel during recent discussions with the company's CEO. The president expressed regret about not asking for "more" during the negotiations, though specific details of the proposed arrangement were not disclosed.

The Iran situation represents the latest chapter in Trump's efforts to pressure the country into accepting new terms on its nuclear program. Iran has thus far rebuffed Trump's demands, leading to the current escalation in diplomatic rhetoric and regional tensions.

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