Washington — In a recent interview with Fox Business Network, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his desire to negotiate a nuclear deal with Iran. He even went as far as sending a letter to the Iranian leadership on Thursday, hoping they would agree to talks. This move comes as a surprise to many, as Iran has long been considered a staunch enemy of the United States and its ally, Israel.
“I said I hope you’re going to negotiate, because it’s going to be a lot better for Iran,” Trump said in the interview. He also added, “I think they want to get that letter. The other alternative is we have to do something, because you can’t let another nuclear weapon.”
The letter, which was not immediately addressed to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has not yet received a response from the Iranian foreign ministry. However, it is clear that Trump is determined to find a peaceful solution to the ongoing tensions between the two countries.
“There are two ways Iran can be handled: militarily, or you make a deal,” Trump stated. “I would prefer to make a deal, because I’m not looking to hurt Iran. They’re great people.” This statement shows a significant shift in Trump’s approach towards Iran, as he has previously been known for his hardline stance against the country.
Since taking office in January, Trump has been making major changes to U.S. foreign policy. One of the most notable changes was his decision to adopt a more conciliatory stance towards Russia, which has left many Western allies wary. However, Trump’s efforts to broker an end to Moscow’s three-year-old war in Ukraine have been praised by some.
In 2018, Trump pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal, a multinational agreement aimed at preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. This move was met with criticism from the international community, as well as from his own allies. However, in February of this year, Trump expressed his willingness to make a new deal with Iran that would prevent them from obtaining nuclear weapons.
In recent developments, Russia has offered to mediate between the United States and Iran. According to a source briefed on the discussions, the Kremlin has vowed to do everything possible to facilitate a peaceful solution to the tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov also discussed international efforts to resolve the situation with Iranian ambassador Kazem Jalali on Friday, as confirmed by the Russian Foreign Ministry.
This move by Russia is a positive development in the efforts to find a peaceful solution to the tensions between the United States and Iran. It shows that the international community is willing to work together to prevent further escalation of the situation.
In conclusion, Trump’s decision to reach out to Iran and his willingness to negotiate a new nuclear deal is a step in the right direction. It shows a shift in his approach towards Iran and a willingness to find a peaceful solution. With the support of Russia and other international allies, there is hope for a positive outcome in the ongoing tensions between the two countries. Let us hope that this marks the beginning of a new era of diplomacy and cooperation between the United States and Iran.
