• Trump's executive order may impose a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran.
• The order was signed during U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman.
• The tariff applies to goods from nations that interact commercially with Iran.
• Trump emphasized consequences for Iran if negotiations fail.
• Iran has not yet responded to the tariff threat.

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order which may impose a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran, amidst ongoing diplomatic talks between U.S. and Iranian officials. The measure does not specify the exact rate but uses 25% as an example and applies to any country that "directly or indirectly purchases, imports, or otherwise acquires any goods or services from Iran," according to BBC and Reuters.

Trump described the ongoing talks with Iran as "very good," stating that Iran seems eager to negotiate a deal regarding its nuclear program. Nevertheless, he issued strong warnings regarding the potential repercussions should these talks fail, referring to a significant U.S. military presence in the region, highlighting "the consequences are very steep" for Iran, as reported by India Times and Anadolu Agency.

The executive order indicates that U.S. Secretary of State and Commerce will assess if foreign nations are conducting business with Iran, ultimately informing whether tariffs should be applied. Critics note that this measure, described in reports as reaffirming a "national emergency" concerning Iran, might further escalate tensions, particularly given the ongoing backdrop of international negotiations concerning Iran's nuclear capabilities, according to BBC and Anadolu Agency.

As the U.S. and Iran navigate these tense discussions, there has been no immediate response from Iran regarding the tariff threat. The latest developments follow Trump's earlier statements which emphasized accountability for Iran's actions, particularly concerning its nuclear ambitions and regional provocations, as noted by Reuters and India Times.