Trump expresses optimism on Iran deal, citing country's desire for agreement
Translated from Vietnamese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Former President Donald Trump expressed optimism about reaching a "good deal" with Iran, stating the country genuinely desires an agreement.
- Trump attributed difficulties in negotiations to political criticism from both Democrats and some Republicans, complicating the process.
- The comments came amid recent military actions by both the U.S. and Iran in the Persian Gulf, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts and a ceasefire.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump conveyed a message of optimism regarding potential negotiations with Iran, asserting that the country is eager to reach an agreement. "Iran really wants to reach a deal, and it will be a good deal for America, as well as for the countries that stand with us," Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.
However, Trump also voiced frustration, suggesting that political discourse from both Democratic opponents and some within his own Republican party is hindering the negotiation process. He complained that critics continuously offer conflicting advice, ranging from urging faster or slower action to advocating for war or de-escalation, thereby complicating the delicate talks with Tehran.
"Just sit down, relax, and wait. Everything will eventually be fine, as it always is," Trump emphasized, projecting a sense of calm and inevitability regarding the outcome. This statement follows a period of heightened military activity in the Persian Gulf.
Iran really wants to reach a deal, and it will be a good deal for America, as well as for the countries that stand with us.
His remarks were made shortly after both the U.S. and Iran engaged in military actions against each other, despite an April ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic initiatives. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) reported conducting defensive airstrikes on Iranian radar facilities, air defense systems, drone control stations, and two attack drones in the Persian Gulf. CENTCOM stated these actions were in response to Iran shooting down a U.S. MQ-1 drone over international waters and affirmed the U.S. commitment to protecting its forces and interests.
In parallel, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced retaliatory strikes on a U.S.-used air base in southern Iran. Meanwhile, Kuwaiti air defense systems reportedly intercepted missiles and drones, with alarms sounding across the country, which hosts a significant U.S. military base. Earlier, on May 29, Trump had indicated a decision regarding a potential extension of the ceasefire with Iran would be forthcoming.
Just sit down, relax, and wait. Everything will eventually be fine, as it always is.
Originally published by Tuแปi Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.