Trump warns Iran leaders of economic ruin, says ‘make a deal’

On Sunday, President Donald Trump warned Iran that it would either face economic ruin or have its leadership wiped out if it did not make a deal, according to a Fox News reporter. Iran's military claimed it would retaliate harshly to any fresh attack. The conflict between the two nations has been stagnant for months, with no signs of either side willing to concede, despite the conflict deepening a global energy crisis, damaging Iran's economy, and leading to new regional escalations.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian was reportedly set to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week, but Trump said he would be open to meeting with him, according to the Fox reporter. Trump has frequently threatened military escalations during the conflict, but has not carried them out. Earlier, Iran's military central command stated that any new attack would result in sustained retaliation against US bases and interests, and that Washington's regional allies would be seen as parties to the conflict.

Saudi Arabia, which has already suffered greatly from a war initiated by the US and Israel, saw further difficulties when Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched missile and drone strikes at Riyadh, the Saudi capital, following recent military gains in Yemen. A US State Department alert noted the potential for unexpected escalation in the Middle East and advised Americans to take extra precautions due to possible flight disruptions and airspace closures.