“They do want to make a deal”: Trump says Iran open to talks as US weighs military options
Summary
US President Donald Trump indicates Iran's openness to negotiations amid US military pressure, while Tehran insists talks must be on equal terms and rejects compromising defense capabilities.
Key Points
- US President Donald Trump stated Iran is willing to negotiate to avoid military action.
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi conditions talks on mutual respect and refuses to negotiate defense capabilities.
- The US is considering a wider range of military options against Iran, including strikes on key facilities.
- US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned Iran against pursuing nuclear weapons and highlighted US military readiness.
