President Donald Trump said Monday that if the current ceasefire with Iran falls apart, the situation could quickly escalate into renewed military action, warning that “lots of bombs start going off.”

Speaking in a phone interview with PBS News, Trump indicated that the United States is ready to intensify its response if Iran does not reach an agreement on its nuclear program, highlighting the urgency as the truce deadline approaches.

“Then lots of bombs start going off,” Trump said when asked what would happen if the ceasefire ends Tuesday, pointing to the possibility of a return to direct confrontation after weeks of heightened tensions.

The president reiterated that his administration’s primary objective remains preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

“No nuclear weapons. Very simple. Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” Trump said.

American officials are preparing for another round of negotiations in Islamabad, with Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff, and senior adviser Jared Kushner expected to lead the discussions.

While Trump noted during the interview that Iran is “supposed to be there,” he also questioned whether Iranian representatives will ultimately attend. “If they’re not there, that’s fine too,” he said.

The administration has continued to balance diplomatic efforts with warnings of serious repercussions should Iran refuse to abandon its nuclear ambitions.

In a post on Truth Social the previous day, Trump cautioned that Tehran could face significant military consequences if it declines what he described as a “very fair and reasonable deal.”

Recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz have heightened tensions, as the area remains a vital corridor for global shipping.

U.S. officials have accused Iran of breaching the ceasefire by targeting vessels, drawing a firm reaction from Washington.

Trump has pointed to Iran’s actions as evidence that it cannot be relied upon and must be dealt with decisively.

At the same time, he suggested that resolving the conflict could bring economic relief, particularly in energy markets, countering concerns about rising fuel costs.

He told PBS that gas prices could “come roaring down” if Iran agrees to a deal and tensions subside.

Trump also defended Jared Kushner’s involvement in the negotiations, brushing aside criticism and describing him as a capable negotiator focused on ensuring Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons.

With the ceasefire nearing its end and global markets closely monitoring developments, the coming days are expected to be critical.

Trump made clear that while a diplomatic resolution is preferable, the United States stands ready to take further action if needed.