President Donald Trump has stated that Iran is seeking a deal to avoid military confrontation, though Iranian officials maintain their missile and defense systems are not negotiable. Tensions have escalated with a significant United States naval presence near Iran, and Trump has warned that time is running out to reach an agreement on Iran's nuclear program. Iranian leaders insist their nuclear activities are peaceful and have denied allegations of pursuing nuclear weapons, while also expressing openness to negotiations based on mutual respect. Recent protests in Iran have drawn international concern, with reports of thousands of deaths and ongoing investigations into the crackdown.