Trump: Iran 'desperately wants a deal,' received call for meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump declared that Iran is intensely seeking an agreement with Washington, even as American forces continue their operations against the Islamic Republic. Speaking to Fox Business on the sidelines of an event in Pennsylvania, Trump disclosed that Tehran had initiated contact expressing a desire for a meeting.

"We received a phone call as I was coming here. They want a meeting," Trump stated, emphasizing Iran's proactive stance. He further elaborated during his speech at the same event that Iran "desperately wants a deal" while U.S. operations persist.

Trump characterized the situation by noting, "They don't like what we're doing and they want to find out. We'll see if we find out or if we just finish it." This statement suggests a critical juncture in U.S.-Iran relations, with the possibility of either a diplomatic breakthrough or further confrontation.

The U.S. has maintained a policy of "maximum pressure" against Iran, including sanctions, following the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal. Iran has responded by gradually increasing its uranium enrichment activities.