Trump sets Iran nuclear deal deadline, Tehran threatens retaliation against US bases

19/02/2026 23:41 France 24

US President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that Iran must reach a deal on its nuclear programme within 10 to 15 days or face “really bad things”. Tehran has threatened to retaliate against US bases if attacked, amid a large US military buildup in the Middle East that has fueled fears of a wider war.

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Trump sets Iran nuclear deal deadline, Tehran warns of retaliation

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