Washington, May 2: President Donald Trump stated on Friday that negotiations with Iran remain uncertain. He expressed dissatisfaction with the current proposals and indicated that both diplomatic and military options are still available.
While departing on Marine One, Trump told reporters, “They want to make a deal, but I’m not satisfied with it, so we’ll see what happens next.”
He described Iran’s leadership as divided and confused. Trump noted that while they all want to negotiate, the situation is chaotic, adding that the leadership is “very fragmented” and there are internal disagreements.
According to Trump, this internal strife weakens Iran’s negotiating position. He claimed that the leaders “do not agree with each other” and “do not even know who the real leader is,” complicating the negotiation process.
Trump also asserted that Iran’s military has significantly weakened. He stated that following recent conflicts, the country has lost its navy and air force, leaving its defense capabilities limited.
He warned that if negotiations fail, military action remains an option, stating that either tensions will escalate or a deal will be reached.
Trump mentioned that there is no need for congressional approval for military actions. He argued that such approval has never been sought before and many consider it entirely unconstitutional.
He claimed that U.S. military actions have increased pressure on Iran. “We are in the midst of a great victory,” he said, asserting that Iran’s weakened position is pushing it toward a deal.
Trump acknowledged that talks are ongoing but constantly evolving. He noted that they come close to an agreement, only for a new group to emerge, altering Iran’s position.
He also pointed out that the conflict is impacting global oil markets, with significant amounts of oil trapped at sea due to supply disruptions.
The U.S. has long employed sanctions and negotiations to curb Iran’s nuclear program. However, talks frequently stall, particularly over issues like inspections, uranium enrichment limits, and regional security concerns.
The recent tensions have raised fears of escalating conflict in the Middle East, with energy markets worldwide, especially in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding maritime routes, closely monitoring the situation.
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