Donald Trump has said that the United States is effectively at war with Iran to stop it from developing nuclear weapons. His remarks came as he rejected a fresh proposal from Tehran for negotiations, even while keeping both military action and diplomacy as possible options. The situation reflects ongoing tensions between the two countries, along with concerns about global stability and economic pressure.

Speaking at a public event, Trump strongly defended the US position. “You know, we're in a war because I think you would agree we cannot let lunatics have a nuclear weapon. Do you agree?” he said, addressing a cheering crowd. His statement was met with chants of “USA,” reinforcing the strong tone of his message.

At the same time, Iran has attempted to reopen talks. According to its state-run IRNA news agency, Tehran sent a new proposal for negotiations to the United States through mediators in Pakistan. However, Trump expressed clear dissatisfaction with the offer. “They want to make a deal, but ... I'm not satisfied with it,” he said. He also described Iran’s leadership as “very disjointed,” suggesting a lack of clarity or unity in their approach.

Despite tensions and ongoing talks, Trump claimed that the conflict had already come to an end. He said that hostilities have been “terminated” following a ceasefire that has been in place for three weeks. The White House also informed Congress that military engagement with Iran had ended. However, US armed forces continue to remain deployed in the region, indicating that the situation is still uncertain.

The timing of these claims is significant. The May 1 deadline under the War Powers Resolution passed without any formal approval from Congress for continued military action. Trump dismissed the law as “unconstitutional.” Meanwhile, lawmakers had already left Washington after the Senate rejected a Democratic effort to stop the war. This marked the sixth time such an attempt had failed.

In a letter sent to Congress, Trump suggested that the situation is far from fully resolved. “Despite the success of United States operations against the Iranian regime and continued efforts to secure a lasting peace, the threat posed by Iran to the United States and our Armed Forces remains significant,” he stated. His remarks point to continued concern within the administration about Iran’s actions and capabilities.

Iran has consistently maintained that it has the right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes. However, Western nations have long questioned this claim, raising concerns about the possibility of nuclear weapon development. Abbas Araqchi responded to the situation by saying that Iran is still open to diplomacy, but only if the United States changes its approach. He criticised what he called Washington’s “excessive approach, threatening rhetoric and provocative actions.” He also made it clear that Iran’s armed forces are ready to respond to any threat against the country.

Trump also spoke about the possibility of further military action, although he showed some hesitation. “Do we want to go and just blast the hell out of them and finish them forever? Or do we want to try and make a deal?” he said. He added, “On a human basis, I prefer not.” His comments highlight the balance his administration is trying to maintain between force and negotiation.

In a separate part of his speech, Trump turned his attention to Cuba. He suggested that the US Navy could take action there as well. “Cuba’s got problems,” he said while addressing an audience at the Forum Club of the Palm Beaches. He added, “On the way back from Iran, we’ll have one of our big, maybe the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier — the biggest in the world we’ll have that come in, stop about 100 yards offshore, and they’ll say, ‘Thank you very much. We give up.’”

The mention of the USS Abraham Lincoln reflects ongoing pressure from the Trump administration on Cuba. The US has been running a months-long campaign to push the Cuban government toward major reforms. During this period, Trump has repeatedly suggested that military action could be used if necessary to achieve US objectives.

Overall, the developments show a complex and tense situation. While Trump claims that hostilities with Iran have ended, his statements and actions suggest that both conflict and negotiation remain possible. Iran’s willingness to talk contrasts with its strong stance on defending itself. At the same time, the US continues to keep military options open, not just in the Middle East but also in its dealings with Cuba. The situation remains fluid, with no clear resolution in sight.