US President Donald Trump has once again warned Iran that it has just 60 days to reach a final agreement with Washington, saying failure to do so could trigger actions that Tehran “will not like.”
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony of a new Air Force One aircraft at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Trump expressed confidence that diplomacy would prevail but made clear that the United States was prepared to act if negotiations stalled.
Addressing the gathering, Trump said Iran faces a strict 60-day deadline to finalize an agreement with the United States.
“In 60 days, we have to make a deal, otherwise we will do things that won’t make them happy,” Trump said, while adding that he did not believe the situation would ultimately reach that stage.
The warning comes as Washington and Tehran prepare for technical negotiations aimed at transforming the recently signed memorandum of understanding into a permanent agreement.
Strait of Hormuz remains key concern
Trump also highlighted the importance of maintaining stability in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
According to the US president, maritime traffic through the strategic waterway has resumed, with approximately 700 ships currently passing through the route. He warned that any renewed escalation could disrupt global oil supplies and threaten international shipping.
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“Remember, if we do that, then all of a sudden you’re not going to have the oil flowing out of the Strait of Hormuz because people who have billion-dollar ships don’t love missiles flying over them and don’t love mines all over the water,” Trump said.
The Strait of Hormuz carries a significant share of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas exports, making its security a major concern for global markets.
Trump thanks China for staying out of dispute
During his remarks, Trump also thanked China for not becoming directly involved in the Iran issue.
“China should not become a party to the Iran issue, and I thank them for that,” he said.
The president’s comments come amid efforts by major world powers to prevent the regional conflict from expanding beyond the Middle East.
Trump delivered the remarks while unveiling a Boeing 747 aircraft gifted by Qatar that will join the Air Force One fleet. The ceremony at Joint Base Andrews served as the backdrop for the president’s latest comments on Iran, global diplomacy, and upcoming international travel plans.
Visits to Turkey and China
The US president revealed that he plans to travel to Turkey and return to China later this year as part of an active diplomatic schedule.
“We’re doing a lot of trips. We’ll be going to Turkey. We’ll be going at some point during the year back to China,” Trump said.
He also noted that Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit the United States in September before Trump travels to China for a major conference.
“President Xi is coming here in September, but we’re going back for a big conference that’s in China,” he added.
Trump praises Pakistan’s leadership
In separate remarks during an interview with Axios, Trump openly praised Pakistan’s leadership and acknowledged its role in helping facilitate negotiations related to the US-Iran agreement.
The US president said he had developed a greater understanding of key Pakistani leaders during the diplomatic process.
“I got to know some people in Pakistan whom I did not know much before,” Trump said.
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Trump reserved special praise for Field Marshal Asim Munir, describing him as a highly respected and influential figure who contributed significantly to the negotiations.
“The Field Marshal is a very nice person,” Trump said.
He further highlighted the strong working relationship between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Munir.
“There is a very good rapport between the prime minister and the field marshal. The military chief has a lot of respect for his prime minister,” Trump stated.
According to Trump, Pakistan’s military leadership helped bridge important gaps during the diplomatic process.
“He really helped us with this deal. He knew the Iranians, he was familiar with these people, so he played a very good role in the negotiations,” the US president said.
US-Iran negotiations enter crucial phase
Trump’s latest comments come as the United States and Iran move toward a critical phase of negotiations following the signing of a landmark memorandum of understanding.
The agreement established a 60-day framework for resolving outstanding disputes, including issues related to Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions relief, regional security, and broader diplomatic normalization.
With technical talks expected to continue in Switzerland, Washington and Tehran face growing pressure to reach a lasting settlement before the deadline expires.
