Trump: Iran eager for a deal even as U.S. carrier group closes in

In an Axios interview, President Trump suggested Iran appears eager to strike a deal even as a U.S. carrier strike group, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, moves into the region. He left open the possibility of diplomacy, while White House officials say negotiations could resume if Iran reaches out. Any potential deal is described as requiring Iran to remove its enriched uranium, cap its long-range missiles, end support for regional proxies, and halt independent uranium enrichment. Iran has indicated willingness to talk but has not agreed to the stated terms. The deployment accompanies ongoing deliberations and potential military options as the U.S. weighs next steps.