Trump Threatens to "Blow Entire Nation Up" as Iran Warns of Decisive War

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, saying he is considering whether to “blow the entire nation up” if Tehran does not change its course. The remarks came as Iran warned that it would respond to any US attack with a “decisive war” and could close the strategically important Strait of Hormuz if its conditions for a truce are rejected.

In an interview with Fox News, Trump said he was weighing several options in dealing with Iran, including destroying the country, allowing it to face an economic collapse or pursuing a diplomatic solution. “My question is, if and when do I blow the entire nation up? They had better behave,” Trump said. He also warned that “very big things are going to be happening in the not-so-distant future”, without providing details about what those developments could involve.

Trump's remarks come amid reports that the United States and regional allies are preparing to resume military operations against Iran. However, no official timeline for any renewed operation has been confirmed. The comments have added to uncertainty over whether the confrontation will move towards another military escalation or whether diplomatic efforts can prevent further fighting.

Iran has meanwhile signalled that it is prepared to combine military pressure with negotiations. Iran's central command said any US attack would be met with retaliation “without any limitations or considerations.” Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tehran must be prepared to both fight and negotiate, while describing Iran's diplomatic position as “completely clear, rational, and non-negotiable.”

Iran has also presented the United States with seven conditions for a truce through Qatari mediators, according to the report. Tehran has warned that if those conditions are rejected, it could move towards closing the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global energy shipments, and enter what Iranian officials have described as a “decisive war.” Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary, Mohsen Rezaei, said Tehran is waiting for a response from Trump.

Despite the increasingly aggressive rhetoric, Trump has also indicated that a diplomatic channel remains possible. Ahead of the United Nations General Assembly high-level week in New York, Trump said he would “probably be open” to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. The comments suggest that Washington's approach currently includes both military pressure and the possibility of direct diplomatic engagement.

The developments come as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz remain a major concern for global energy markets. Any prolonged disruption to the waterway could affect the movement of oil and other energy supplies, adding to the economic consequences of a wider regional conflict.

For now, there is no confirmed indication that Trump has decided to launch another major military operation against Iran. Tehran's warning over the Strait of Hormuz and its stated readiness for retaliation, however, underline the risks of further escalation as both sides weigh military and diplomatic options.