Iran us nuclear talks

The talks are expected to determine whether there is still a path to an agreement between Tehran and Washington, or whether the likelihood of a US military strike will rise significantly.

The statement comes after Germany's foreign minister declared that Iran must end support for its proxies Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, advising the Iranians to engage "constructively" in Geneva.

Dr. Lynette Nusbacher told The Jerusalem Post that the US prepared for targeted air strikes if Tehran failed to negotiate in good faith, as Iran sought an interim deal to shield its missile program.

White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt made her statements during the buildup to Trump's State of the Union address, scheduled for 9 p.m. on Tuesday evening.

Top officials are sometimes as unsure about what Trump might do as the general public, though it's certainly possible that the multifaceted speculation could confuse the Iranians.

Trump’s rhetoric originally tied potential military action to Tehran’s repression of protesters. In less than a month, the justification had pivoted to Iran's nuclear program.

Speaking at a 40-signatures debate at the Knesset, the prime minister said that he issued a direct warning to Iran over making "the largest mistake in its history by attacking" Israel.

"The negotiations continue and the possibility of reaching an interim agreement exists," the official said.

MIDDLE EAST AFFAIRS: Munich alone saw 250,000 attendees, with one attendee stating, “We had all come for our beloved Prince Reza Pahlavi, and for the people inside Iran."

Three Israeli women describe how the June 2025 conflict with Iran affected them and their families, and how they feel now that tensions are rising once again.