According to reports, President Trump told his aides that he is comfortable allowing negotiations on the nuclear deal to continue even after the final deadline of August 18. At the same time, the Wall Street Journal reports that he has agreed to issue a one‑time order for attacks against Iran if the country violates the terms of the memorandum of understanding.
The statements suggest a shift in U.S. policy toward a more aggressive stance on Iran while still keeping diplomatic negotiations open beyond the August deadline.