Trump confirms speaking to Iran, says he plans to again; hopes US won’t have to take military action

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30 January 2026, 3:14 am

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Jacob Magid is The Times of Israel's US bureau chief

US President Donald Trump arrives for the premiere of first lady Melania Trump's movie "Melania" at The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center For The Performing Arts, January 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Allison Robbert)

US President Donald Trump reiterates his warning to Iran to negotiate or risk again experiencing America’s military wrath.

“We have a lot of very big, very powerful ships sailing to Iran right now, and it would be great if we didn’t have to use them,” Trump tells reporters, referring to the US military assets moving to the region.

Asked if he’s had any conversations with Iran in the last few days or if he’s planning to, Trump responds, “I have had and I am planning on it.”