February 11, 2026

President Donald Trump “insisted” that negotiations with Iran continue after his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday but refused to rule out a military strike.

The talks between Trump and Netanyahu at the White House lasted approximately two-and-a-half hours and focused on Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

“There was nothing definitive reached other than I insisted that negotiations with Iran continue to see whether or not a Deal can be consummated. If it can, I let the Prime Minister know that will be a preference,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “If it cannot, we will just have to see what the outcome will be. Last time Iran decided that they were better off not making a Deal, and they were hit with Midnight Hammer — That did not work well for them. Hopefully this time they will be more reasonable and responsible.”

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