Trump's top aide sends dire Iran warning: Diplomacy only hope, ‘alternative is bad one’ for Khamenei

U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff issued a sharp warning to Iran, saying Washington prefers a diplomatic solution but that failure to reach an agreement would leave Tehran facing “a bad alternative.” Witkoff outlined four key demands: limits on nuclear enrichment, reductions in missile capabilities, cuts to enriched uranium stockpiles, and curbing support for regional proxies. His remarks come as President Donald Trump adopts a cautious “wait-and-see” stance on Iran, stepping back from reports of imminent strikes while protests continue across the country. Trump has told Iranian protesters that “help is on the way,” heightening tensions between Washington and Tehran amid fears of further escalation.