Trump says US is ‘only semi-negotiating’ as Iran talks stall
- President Donald Trump is taking a wait-and-see approach to Iran, believing the country’s economic challenges will force a resolution and has reportedly considered declaring victory if the Strait of Hormuz reopens, even without a nuclear agreement.
- “We are low keying it,” Trump told Axios on Sunday, claiming the U.S. strategy will eventually “work out.”
- Iran’s Foreign Minister confirmed indirect talks via intermediaries, while Vice President JD Vance described the situation as “in the middle of the game,” involving diplomatic, economic and military tools.
- Iran has presented new conditions for a deal, including ending the war, lifting the U.S. blockade, paying war damages and unfreezing assets, while U.S. officials insist Iran must first restore commercial shipping.
- The president faces increasing pressure to end the nearly six-month conflict due to upcoming midterm elections, elevated gas prices and depleted U.S. weapon stockpiles.
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