U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, warned Iran that “time is running out” and that the next attack would be “much worse.” In a lengthy post on Truth Social, he urged Tehran to quickly reach a deal, reiterating that a large U.S. naval fleet led by the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was moving toward Iran. Trump described the fleet as advancing with speed, strength, and purpose, claiming it was larger than the one previously sent to Venezuela.

Trump cautioned that the fleet was ready to use force if necessary to achieve its objectives. He called on Iran to negotiate a “fair and just” agreement that would ensure the absence of nuclear weapons and benefit all parties. He also referenced a previous operation, “Midnight Hammer,” which he said had caused significant damage to Iran, warning that the next strike would be worse.

The report noted that Trump gave mixed signals about possible U.S. intervention following Iran’s crackdown on protests and internet shutdowns. It also recalled Washington’s involvement in a June conflict supporting Israel’s 12-day war aimed at weakening Iran’s nuclear and missile programs.