Trump Anticipates ‘Great Deal’ With Iran, Says Bombing Will Resume If Deadline Passes

Administration officials are negotiating with Iranian counterparts in Islamabad, Pakistan. 

President Donald Trump departs the White House in Washington on March 11, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times

President Donald Trump is prepared to launch attacks against Iranian infrastructure if ceasefire negotiations break down ahead of the Wednesday deadline, though he said he believes officials will come to an agreement that benefits the United States.

“What I think is that we’re going to end up with a great deal,” Trump said during an interview with CNBC’s “Squawk Box” show on April 21. “I think they have no choice.”