US President Donald Trump stated that while he seeks an agreement with Iran, the military option remains on the table. In Geneva, difficult nuclear negotiations are ongoing, where mediators note progress, but both sides remain with radically different demands. This situation is causing strong reactions in commodity markets, which, combined with record purchases of precious metals by central banks, have driven gold prices above $5,200 per ounce and boosted oil prices.

Trump Does Not Rule Out Force

The US President declared that while he seeks a deal, the military option against Iran remains active due to dissatisfaction with the pace of negotiations.

Record Gold Prices

Geopolitical tensions have triggered a sharp rise in precious metal prices, which have exceeded the $5,200 per ounce level.

Activity at IAEA Facilities

The Agency has noted movement around Iranian uranium storage facilities and sites that were previously targets of airstrikes.

Negotiations in Geneva regarding Iran's nuclear program have entered a decisive and extremely tense phase. Although the Omani mediator reported achieving "significant progress," the rhetoric of the leaders remains confrontational. President Donald Trump, according to reports from closed briefings with CENTCOM command, is analyzing available military options in case diplomacy fails, although the White House officially avoids public declarations about the use of force while talks are ongoing. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi warned that any agreement is conditional on the United States withdrawing its "excessive demands," which Tehran views as a violation of its sovereignty. This situation creates a complex diplomatic landscape, where the threat of a pinpoint attack intertwines with attempts to forge a new nuclear deal. US-Iranian relations have been tense since the Islamic Revolution in 1979, but the issue of atomic armaments became a central point of dispute at the beginning of the 21st century, leading to the imposition of a series of severe sanctions by the UN Security Council. Meanwhile, independent analyses of satellite imagery indicate increased activity around Iranian uranium storage facilities, raising concern among international observers. Satellite data confirms construction and fortification work in areas previously affected by strikes, suggesting an attempt to relocate key infrastructure to deeper bunkers, such as the Pickaxe Mountain complex. Vice President J.D. Vance is trying to calm the mood, declaring a desire to avoid a prolonged conflict, which financial markets interpret as a signal of a possible, yet short-lived surgical operation. Political uncertainty translates into real economic indicators: investors are fleeing to safe havens, driving precious metal prices to record levels. Experts are also analyzing the condition of the so-called Axis of Resistance, wondering to what extent Tehran's regional allies are capable of responding to potential pressure from Washington. Another round of technical talks has been scheduled for next week, providing a narrow window of time for de-escalation of the growing crisis. „We still have the military option if needed, but I would rather make a deal.” — Donald Trump

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — President of the United States, decision-maker regarding a potential attack and main architect of the maximum pressure policy.
  • J.D. Vance — Vice President of the USA, declaring a desire to avoid a prolonged war with Iran.
  • Abbas Aragchi — Foreign Minister of Iran, participant in nuclear negotiations in Geneva.