Trump threatens to ‘blow entire nation up’ as Iran warns of retaliation

Donald Trump has indicated his willingness to meet Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, despite ongoing tensions and Iran's presentation of conditions for ending a nearly seven-month war. Fox News asked Trump whether he would meet Pezeshkian during the assembly, to which Trump responded that he would "probably be open" to it.

This potential encounter comes at a critical moment, as Iran has presented a list of demands for renewed negotiations, while Iranian military leaders warn that any new US attack would provoke retaliation against American interests throughout the region.

Trump stated that Iran wants to make a deal, but Tehran is not prepared at this time. However, Pezeshkian told Qatar's Prime Minister that Iran and Qatar remain "two countries of friends and brothers," despite recent "bitter events." Iran's president emphasized that the time has come to end the war with the US. The opportunity for a meeting exists at the UN General Assembly high-level week, with the main debate scheduled for September 22-28.

Iran's announcement of seven conditions, including an end to the war, release of frozen assets, and lifting of the US naval blockade, has created a significant diplomatic moment. While the US position remains unclear, Trump told Fox News that he is in "deciding mode" and that "very big things" will happen in the near future. He described the options as continued economic pressure, military action, or reaching a deal, adding that the US would only consider attacking Iran if it behaved in a threatening manner.

The potential meeting does not signify an agreement or confirmed summit, but it does open a diplomatic channel as both sides increase military pressure and signal conditions for negotiations.