Trump tells U.N. he could ‘annihilate’ Iran but expects a deal after the midterm elections
President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire that would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed nuclear talks in exchange for lifting a blockade on Iranian ports. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Trump warned he could "annihilate" the Islamic Republic if no peace deal is reached, though he expects an agreement after the midterm elections. Tensions have escalated further as Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the Iranian delegation to leave the U.S. following stalled talks.
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- ✓ The U.S. and Israel have been at war with Iran and its regional allies since February 28, 2026.
- ✓ President Trump told the UN General Assembly he could "annihilate" Iran if no peace deal is reached.
- ✓ Trump rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- ✓ Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the Iranian delegation to leave the U.S. after talks stalled.
What changed
The U.S. rejected a specific Iranian ceasefire proposal and Secretary of State Marco Rubio expelled the Iranian delegation from the country.
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Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal and warns of potential strikes
President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire that would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed nuclear talks in exchange for lifting a blockade on Iranian ports. Speaking at the UN General Assembly, Trump warned he could "annihilate" the Islamic Republic if no peace deal is reached, though he expects an agreement after the midterm elections. Tensions have escalated further as Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the Iranian delegation to leave the U.S. following stalled talks.
Why it matters
The U.S. and Israel have been at war with Iran and its allies since February 28, 2026. Trump claims his military actions have prevented Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Washington is currently betting that economic pressure and time will favor the U.S. position.
What is confirmed
- The U.S. and Israel have been at war with Iran and its regional allies since February 28, 2026.
- President Trump told the UN General Assembly he could "annihilate" Iran if no peace deal is reached.
- Trump rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered the Iranian delegation to leave the U.S. after talks stalled.
- Trump expects a deal with Iran to be reached after the midterm elections.
Still unconfirmed
- Tehran is stalling a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz until after the midterm elections.
What to watch next
- Any renewed U.S. military strikes on Iran before November.
confidence 95%Sources used for this update (19)
- www.iranintl.com — Trump rejects Iran ceasefire proposal, sees renewed strikes after midterms - WSJ
- www.straitstimes.com — Trump warns he could annihilate Iran without peace deal
- www.theweek.in — Trump rejects peace plan, but Iran holds out for talks: Could November be the next turning point?
- timesofindia.indiatimes.com — US Iran War Live Updates: ‘Will win very soon’ - Trump hints at possible pre-midterm strikes on Iran
- spectrumlocalnews.com — Trump says U.S. and Iran met shortly after UN speech
- www.channelnewsasia.com — Trump warns in UN speech he could 'annihilate' Iran without ...
- www.gmanetwork.com — Trump threatens to annihilate Iran as diplomats push for deal ...
- www.yahoo.com — Donald Trump Says He Could ‘Annihilate’ Iran After Touting ...
- www.sabcnews.com — Trump threatens to annihilate Iran as diplomats push for deal ...
- note.com — 裏どり｜トランプ外交の5日間 第1回 国連演説 ―「全滅」の見出しと、ホワイトハウスが載せへんかったこと
- www.yahoo.com — Trump says no to Iran’s Hormuz deal - Yahoo
- ddindia.co.in — Trump warns in UN speech he could 'annihilate' Iran without ...
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U.S. and Iran Resume Talks Amid Trump Threat of Annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, marking the first talks between the two nations since June. These diplomatic efforts occur while President Donald Trump threatens to "annihilate" the Iranian regime and drive the country "into hell." Despite the aggressive rhetoric, Trump expects a deal to be reached after the midterm elections. The diplomacy coincides with a two-week low in oil prices driven by hopes for the reopening of a critical pipeline.
Why it matters
The ongoing Iran war continues to dominate global diplomatic efforts. While Trump maintains a hard line, some Republican candidates and lawmakers are advocating for an end to the conflict.
What is confirmed
- U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly.
- President Donald Trump threatened to "annihilate" the Iranian regime.
What to watch next
- Results of the U.S. midterm elections
- Confirmation of the critical pipeline reopening
- Outcome of the upcoming U.S.-China summit in Washington
confidence 100%Sources used for this update (3)
- www.yahoo.com — U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
- geopoliticalfutures.com — UN Drama, Russian Bluffs, and the Trump-Xi Summit Preview
- www.usatoday.com — Trump threatens Iran in fiery UN speech. What's next? | The Excerpt
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Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran during UN General Assembly speech
President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly he is considering whether to "annihilate" Iran and drive the country "into hell." Despite this rhetoric, Trump expects a deal following the midterm elections. This escalation occurs as the Iran war continues to dominate global diplomacy and as oil prices hit a two-week low due to hopes for diplomacy and the reopening of a critical pipeline. While Trump maintains a hard line, some Republican lawmakers and candidates are now pushing for an end to the conflict.
Why it matters
The United States and Iran are engaged in an ongoing war involving a U.S. blockade. This conflict coincides with other major international crises in Gaza and Ukraine. Tensions remain high as both nations increase their rhetoric while maintaining indirect diplomatic channels.
What is confirmed
- President Donald Trump told the UN General Assembly he is considering whether to "annihilate" Iran and drive it "into hell."
- Trump expressed expectation for a deal after the midterm elections.
- Oil prices reached a two-week low on hopes for Iran diplomacy and the reopening of a critical pipeline.
- The UN General Assembly meeting included addresses from President Trump and Iran President Pezeshkian.
Still unconfirmed
- Republican voters' support for the Iran conflict is dropping according to polls.
What to watch next
- The outcome of the midterm elections regarding the Iran conflict
- Official responses from the Iranian government to the "annihilate" threat
- Confirmation of a critical pipeline reopening
confidence 95%Sources used for this update (14)
- NBC News — Trump to address the United Nations General Assembly as Iran war rumbles on
- CNN — Live updates: Trump to speak at United Nations General Assembly
- Al Jazeera — UN General Assembly live: Trump, Qatar emir to speak as Iran war dominates
- cbsnews.com — Trump to address U.N. General Assembly and meet with world leaders as he navigates Iran, Gaza, Ukraine conflicts
- The New York Times — U.N. General Assembly Live Updates: Trump to Deliver Speech and Meet With World Leaders
- NBC News — Oil prices tumble to 2-week low on hopes for critical pipeline reopening and Iran diplomacy
- The Washington Post — Trump warns U.N. he might ‘annihilate’ Iran as war overshadows diplomacy
- The Hill — 5 things to know about Trump’s speech to the United Nations
- www.nbcnews.com — Trump tells U.N. he could ‘annihilate’ Iran but expects a deal after the midterm elections
- www.livemint.com — Iran President Pezeshkian to speak at UNGA today: What to expect from his address
- www.nbcnews.com — Trump’s Iran threat at the U.N. and Ole Miss students found dead: Morning Rundown
- www.aljazeera.com — ‘Annihilate’ vs ‘crushing’ attacks: Why Iran, US up rhetoric amid talks
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