In early 2026, a stalled nuclear deal pushed the U.S. and Iran closer to the brink of war as President Donald Trump's administration ordered a significant military buildup in the Middle East.
On Feb. 20, 2026, Trump reportedly said he was "considering" a limited military strike on Iran to pressure the country into limiting its nuclear program. He warned one day earlier that Tehran had 10 to 15 days to reach a deal with his administration or face "unfortunate" consequences.
Snopes has frequently fact-checked rumors about U.S.-Iran relations during Trump's second presidential term, including whether the president posted a "Bomb Iran" parody of The Beach Boys' song "Barbara Ann."
Here are nine claims we've examined about Iran and Trump, including his past comments about the country:
