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Trump: If US and Iran cannot reach an agreement, the "Department of War" will intervene
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On May 31, according to a report by Cailian Press, U.S. President Trump stated in an interview broadcast on Fox News on May 30 local time that the U.S. and Iran are close to reaching a "very good deal." Trump also said in the interview that they will get a "better deal," and it should have happened sooner. However, Trump also stated that if an agreement cannot be reached, he will ask the "War Department" (i.e., the U.S. Department of Defense) to intervene. Trump said that if he doesn't get what he wants, "we will end it another way." Trump also said that by signing an agreement, they can ensure passage through the Strait of Hormuz and ensure Iran does not possess nuclear weapons. When discussing the agreement with Iran, Trump emphasized that he is not in a hurry. "If you're in a hurry, you can't make a good deal."