In a recent statement, U.S. President Donald Trump, who has returned to office following his reelection, renewed his call for diplomatic negotiations with Iran to prevent the country from acquiring nuclear weapons. According to a report by Iran International English on their verified Twitter account, Trump emphasized his preference for dialogue over military action, stating that he would rather engage in talks than resort to bombing Iran.
This renewed appeal for diplomacy comes amid ongoing tensions between the two nations over Iran’s nuclear program.
President Trump, who previously served from 2017 to 2021, has a complex history with Iran. During his first term, he withdrew the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, in 2018. The decision was met with mixed reactions, with critics arguing it undermined diplomatic efforts, while supporters claimed the agreement was insufficient in curbing Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Trump’s administration subsequently imposed stringent economic sanctions on Iran, escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Now back in office, Trump’s renewed call for talks suggests a potential shift in approach, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy to address the nuclear issue. “I prefer talks over bombing,” he said, underscoring his belief in negotiation as a means to achieve a sustainable solution. This stance aligns with his self-proclaimed identity as a dealmaker, though skeptics remain cautious given his administration’s past actions.