Trump Dismisses European Efforts in Iran Conflict: "They Can't Help"
Europe lacks the ability to intervene in the Iran conflict, according to Trump.
The ongoing clash between Israel and Iran has Donald Trump doubting European states' ability to mediate a resolution. According to the U.S. President, Iran prefers direct communication with the U.S. rather than Europe.
In his latest statements, Trump noted that "Europeans can't help" with the Iran conflict. He stated that Iran isn't interested in engaging with Europe; it's the U.S. they want to converse with. However, talks between the U.S. and Iran are underway, but Trump remains tight-lipped about the details. Reports suggest that Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has maintained contact with Tehran.
Last week, the EU foreign ministers of Germany, France, the UK, and the EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas held talks with Iranian chief diplomat Abbas Araghtschi in Geneva. The gathering aimed to renew negotiations for a solution, focusing on Iran's nuclear program, a week after the war between Israel and Iran commenced. CDU politician Wadephul, who attended the meeting, claimed a "good result," as the Iranian side appeared ready to continue discussions on all critical issues.
Despite these efforts, Trump remains skeptical about a ceasefire before negotiations. According to Trump, Israel is thriving in the war against Iran and obtaining a ceasefire might be difficult under current circumstances. The U.S. President initially planned to decide on a military intervention within two weeks but has now indicated that this timeline might be stretching it.
Trump also questioned the assessment of U.S. intelligence agencies, which claim Iran is not currently developing a nuclear bomb. "If my intelligence agencies are wrong, then they're wrong," Trump said. This stance contradicts statements made by U.S. Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard, who asserted in March that Iran's nuclear program has solely civilian purposes.
Sources: ntv.de, ino/AFP/dpa
- Donald Trump
- Iran conflict
- Iran
- Iranian nuclear program
- Israel
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- Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, has recently engaged in discussions with Tehran regarding the Iran conflict and nuclear program [2].
- These talks have centered on the potential for Iran to resume negotiations on its nuclear program if hostilities cease [1][2]. However, Iran has maintained its firm stance that discussions cannot proceed while Israeli military actions continue [1][2].
- The contacts also encompass efforts towards a potential ceasefire and a broader diplomatic initiative, which includes scaling back Iran's nuclear enrichment and missile programs [1][3].
- Negotiations and discussions have been facilitated, in part, through Oman and involve other international parties, with meetings planned to address nuclear issues and regional developments [1][3].
- Despite these attempts, significant challenges and entrenched positions remain on both sides [1][2][3].
- The ongoing Iran conflict, with its focus on Iran's nuclear program, has led to discussions between the U.S. Special Envoy, Steve Witkoff, and Tehran, focusing on potential negotiations if hostilities cease, scaling back Iran's nuclear enrichment, and addressing regional developments.
- Despite the efforts of European states, including Germany, France, the UK, and the EU foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas, to engage Iran in talks regarding its nuclear program, Donald Trump remains skeptical about a ceasefire before negotiations, given the ongoing clash between Iran and Israel.
