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Trump: 'Too early' for direct talks with Iran
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Trump: 'Too early' for direct talks with Iran

From Ta Nea · (10m ago) Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • President Trump stated it is too early for direct US-Iran peace talks, despite reports of a potential deal.
  • He indicated that if Iran complies with previous agreements, the 'Epic Fury' would end and the Strait of Hormuz would remain open.
  • Trump abruptly ended a call with The Post, citing a meeting with generals.

President Trump's recent remarks to The Post signal a cautious approach to direct engagement with Iran, despite ongoing speculation about potential breakthroughs. While acknowledging the possibility of a deal, Trump emphasized that the timing is not yet right for face-to-face negotiations. His comments on Truth Social further underscored this stance, linking the end of 'Epic Fury' and the openness of the Strait of Hormuz to Iran's compliance with prior agreements.

it is too early for face-to-face peace talks between the US and Iran

— President TrumpResponding to a question about whether the newspaper should send a correspondent to Pakistan for a new round of negotiations.

This measured response comes amidst reports from Islamabad suggesting a preliminary agreement between the US and Iran. However, Trump's direct dismissal of these reports, stating "I don't think so" when asked about renewed negotiations, highlights a significant gap between public perception and the administration's current position. The President's willingness to travel to Pakistan for a formal signing, as previously stated, remains contingent on concrete progress.

I don't think so

— President TrumpWhen asked if the US and Iran were nearing a potential deal framework.

The abrupt end to his call with The Post, citing a meeting with 'the generals,' suggests that national security and military considerations heavily influence the administration's foreign policy decisions regarding Iran. The situation remains fluid, with the President's public statements offering a glimpse into the complex dynamics at play.

I think we will — it is too far away

— President TrumpFurther elaborating on the timing of potential negotiations.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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