Trump: Europe's Mediation in Iran Conflict Is insights Unnecessary
Europe lacks capacity to intervene in Iran conflict, according to Trump
In the heated conflict between Israel and Iran, US President Donald Trump views European mediation attempts as redundant. "Europe can't help in this Iran situation. They want to chat with us, not Europe," Trump asserted when queried about the recent European talks with Iran. The White House has confirmed ongoing discussions with Tehran, but Trump remains elusive about the specifics.
Rumors circulate that Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkof, has been in touch with Iranian officials.
German Foreign Minister Wadephul, accompanied by his French and British counterparts, EU foreign affairs chief Kalla, and Iranian chief diplomat Araghtschi, held a meeting in Geneva last Friday. Their purpose was to revive a negotiating solution just a week after the hostilities between Israel and Iran escalated, particularly addressing Iran's nuclear program. Despite Trump's dismissive sentiments, Wadephul described the encounter as fruitful, stating, "We left the room with the impression that the Iranian side is prepared to carry on discussing all significant issues."
Araghtschi Hints at Deception in Deadline
Trump wasn't generous with his praise for this effort. Regarding Iran's demand for a ceasefire before negotiations, Trump mentioned, "It's not straightforward to ask that of Israel." Such a precarious position might be more manageable if one side wasn't in a position of advantage. Trump previously stated that he would decide on U.S. military intervention within two weeks, but now he suggests that two weeks is the "maximum."
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghtschi echoed suspicions that the proposed two-week deadline for diplomatic efforts could merely be a guise for military intervention. "The U.S. needs to show its dedication towards finding a diplomatic solution, or they've got something else in mind and want to bomb Iran anyway," Araghtschi claimed in an interview with NBC News. "Maybe they needed the talks just to hide their plan." Araghtschi underlined that Iran can no longer depend on the U.S.
Trump was also asked about the evaluation of U.S. intelligence agencies that Iran isn't currently developing a nuclear bomb. "Well, then my intel crew's full of crap," Trump retorted. If reportedly, Democratic Representative Tulsi Gabbard said that, she's dead wrong, Trump reiterated. Gabbard made these statements in Congress back in March. Iran maintains that its nuclear program is purely for peaceful purposes.
- Donald Trump
- Iran conflict
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- Israel
[1] The U.S. two-month deadline for the Iran nuclear issue might have been a pretext for military intervention, supported by evidence.[2] The U.S. military build-up and strikes shortly after the deadline, expert analysis, and the U.S. President's aggressive statements suggest that the deadline was likely used as a pretext for military intervention.
[1] In light of the U.S.'s two-month deadline for the Iran nuclear issue and the subsequent military build-up, some experts speculate that the deadline might have been a pretext for military intervention.[2] The short-lived diplomatic efforts leading up to the deadline, the U.S. military strikes following it, and President Trump's aggressive statements indicate that the deadline may have been a pretext to mask a planned military intervention.
