US-Iran negotiations 'going well,' could reach deal by weekend, Trump claims

US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Wednesday regarding negotiations with Iran, suggesting a deal could be finalized by the weekend. "It might not happen, but it could happen over the weekend," Trump told reporters at the White House. He characterized Iran as a "volatile" nation, while simultaneously emphasizing the overwhelming capability of the US military to neutralize it within weeks, though he stated a preference for a peaceful resolution.

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It might not happen, but it could happen over the weekend.

Trump indicated that a key element of the ongoing discussions involves the US acquiring Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium. "We will get" Tehran's uranium, Trump stated, adding, "We will go get it at some time in the not-too-distant future." This potential acquisition is part of a broader effort to de-escalate tensions and achieve diplomatic objectives without resorting to conflict.

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We will get... We will go get it at some time in the not-too-distant future.

The negotiations also aim to address critical regional issues, including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing hostilities in Lebanon. Notably, Trump mentioned that the US had engaged in direct discussions with the Hezbollah militant group for the first time, reaching an agreement to cease mutual strikes. This marks a significant shift in diplomatic engagement, potentially opening new avenues for regional stability.

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I'd rather not do that. Very easy to do. They're ready to do it, they want to do it. But if we can get something down in writing which will accomplish the same thing without killing everybody, I'd like to do that.