Trump says US could attack Iran ‘maybe tomorrow’ as Tehran denies offering deal to reopen Hormuz

Donald Trump said Tehran was interested in reaching an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but questioned whether it would adhere to the terms. United States President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of renewed military action against Iran as early as Sunday, while also leaving the door open for diplomatic talks. President Donald Trump. (AP/File)Speaking to reporters after casting his ballot in Florida on Saturday, Trump said Tehran was interested in reaching an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but questioned whether it would adhere to the terms.When asked about the possibility of attacking Iran again, Trump told reporters, "Do you really think I would tell you that? Maybe tomorrow...There's a possibility I will. There's also a possibility we'll have a nice, big, beautiful agreement. They want to make a deal, but the problem is, will they hold the deal?"Standing by his administration’s strategy in West Asia, Trump said, “We have done an amazing job. Our Navy and military have done an amazing job. They have knocked out every jet fighter of Iran. 259 ships are at the bottom of the sea. They are only left with record inflation.”Iran says no proposal made to USMeanwhile, Iran has denied reports that it proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz in return for Washington lifting its naval blockade, saying it has not put forward any initiative through Pakistan mediators, according to the Tasnim news agency.ALSO READ: JD Vance sidesteps Netanyahu's endorsement ahead of Israel elections, says Trump's backing ‘most influential’Press TV, citing sources quoted by Tasnim, said the claims published by a Saudi Arabian media outlet were “a lie and fabrication”. The Saudi outlet had earlier reported that Tehran had conveyed a proposal to the US administration through Pakistan, offering to restore access through the strategic waterway if Washington ended its naval blockade.Iranian plots to target US diplomats reach ‘advanced stages’As Trump plans to attack Iran, US intelligence agencies have reportedly detected that Tehran has "substantially increased" its attempts to target American diplomats and government officials, both across the Middle East and in other parts of the world.According to a memo dated October 23 obtained by US news outlet Axios, some of the suspected plots involving potential loss of life have progressed to “advanced stages”, prompting heightened concern among US security officials.ALSO READ: Iran's threat to Gulf undersea cables and the network carrying nearly all international web trafficThe rising threat has led to the State Department’s decision to reduce staffing at several US embassies in the Middle East. Officials are increasingly concerned that escalating tensions could trigger a wider confrontation, putting American personnel and diplomatic facilities at greater risk.Washington is also monitoring the possibility of a broader campaign by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who could extend their attacks beyond Saudi Arabia to additional countries in the region.Nidhi Giri is a Senior Content Producer at the Hindustan Times. A Delhi-based journalist with over four years of experience in the news media industry, she specialises in national affairs, geopolitics, and policy shifts. Her expertise spans breaking news coverage, live blogging, and long-form explainers. Prior to joining HT, Nidhi was part of the newsrooms at Asian News International (ANI) and The Daily Jagran where she led newsroom shifts, contributed to planned content, and edited stories. She has led real-time coverage of major national and international events. Highlights of her career include an exclusive interview with Supreme Court Judge Justice N Kotiswar Singh, coverage of Lok Sabha Polls 2024, Union Budget, Operation Sindoor, Parliament Sessions, multiple state assembly elections, G20 New Delhi Summit 2023, India AI Summit, US Presidential Elections, and US-Iran conflict. Nidhi is an alumna of Birla Vidya Niketan, Delhi, and holds a BA in English Honours from Bharati College, University of Delhi. She also holds a PG Diploma in English Journalism from Indian Institute Of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and an MA in Mass Communication. Outside the newsroom, Nidhi enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new restaurants, and maintaining an active lifestyle through her gym sessions.Read MoreDonald TrumpUs Iran WarIranStrait Of HormuzGet the latest World News, breaking headlines and global updates from the US, UK, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Russia and other countries. Follow major international events on Hindustan Times.