White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the United States is urging Iran to engage in negotiations, describing the current moment as an opportunity to pursue a diplomatic resolution. Speaking during a briefing, she indicated that the administration is encouraging Iranian leaders to come to the table while discussions remain possible.
Leavitt also emphasized that military options remain available if talks do not move forward. She stated that U.S. forces are prepared to act if necessary, underscoring that the administration is maintaining both diplomatic and security strategies as the situation develops.
Her remarks come amid ongoing military operations involving the United States and its allies in the region. Officials say those efforts have focused on targeting military infrastructure and reducing capabilities tied to ongoing hostilities, while also seeking to create conditions that could support negotiations.
U.S. officials have continued to frame their approach as a combination of pressure and diplomacy, with the goal of reaching a longer-term resolution. While the situation remains fluid, the administration has signaled that future steps will depend on how Iran responds in the coming days.