President Trump dismissed Iran’s claims that it will not participate in the latest round of peace negotiations in Pakistan, as he told The Post he’d be willing to meet with senior Iranian leaders if a breakthrough is reached.
He confirmed that a senior US delegation — including Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff, and adviser Jared Kushner — has already departed for Islamabad to begin preparations, signaling an acceleration of diplomatic efforts ahead of the ceasefire deadline.
Details
The US position, according to Trump’s remarks, centers on a single non-negotiable demand:
- Ending any Iranian pursuit of nuclear weapons.
- He emphasized that this condition represents the core of the negotiations, describing it as simple and clear.
- At the same time, he hinted at the possibility of a major diplomatic shift through a direct meeting with Iranian leadership, saying he would not oppose such a move if Tehran shows willingness.
- He added that Iran has the potential to become a prosperous country if it adheres to the proposed conditions.
Trump declined to disclose potential next steps if negotiations fail or if Iran refuses to comply, only suggesting that the consequences would not be easy, as the ceasefire deadline approaches amid rising regional tensions.
What’s Next?
Attention is now drawn to the outcome of the Islamabad talks and whether they can prevent the collapse of the truce or pave the way for a new escalation.
