Military Pressure & Call For TalksIn his Truth Social post, Trump urged Iran to “come to the table” and negotiate a “fair and equitable deal” that would prohibit the development of nuclear weapons. He said the deployment of the armada was intended to pressure Tehran into serious negotiations, warning that previous opportunities had been missed. Regional Responses & Escalation RisksIran’s government has so far rejected talks under threat, insisting diplomacy must occur without pressure and warning it will defend itself if attacked. Tehran’s officials have also criticised Trump’s rhetoric, calling on the United States to reduce tensions. Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, have indicated reluctance to allow foreign military action from their territories.