Trump says Iran facing 'last chance before decapitation'

US president Donald Trump said on Monday that negotiations with Iran were ongoing despite Tehran’s denials and that the Islamic Republic was facing a “last chance before decapitation.”

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Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he agreed to continue to pursue talks with Iran at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries.

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News24 Published 4 August 2026

Trump says Iran facing 'last chance before decapitation'

Euronews Published 3 August 2026

Trump warns Iran facing 'last chance before decapitation,' says negotiations are ongoing

Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he agreed to continue to pursue talks with Iran at the request of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and other countries.

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