U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledged ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran, describing Tehran as “tough” and “great negotiators” during remarks at the White House on Monday. Speaking at an economic roundtable, Trump noted that substantial work was underway regarding the stalled nuclear deal, which has remained a focal point of his foreign policy agenda.
“We’re doing a lot of work on Iran right now,” Trump said. “It’s tough… They’re great negotiators.” His comments reflect the complex and prolonged nature of the discussions, as the U.S. and Iran continue to explore the possibility of reviving a deal that curbs Iran’s nuclear ambitions in exchange for sanction relief.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that he spoke with Trump about Iran and other strategic matters. According to a statement from Netanyahu’s office, Trump assured him that negotiations with Iran would resume at the end of the week. This aligns with the administration's efforts to manage its Middle East policy while maintaining strong ties with key allies such as Israel.
The U.S.-Iran nuclear talks have seen several rounds of indirect engagement since the collapse of the original 2015 agreement, with both sides expressing skepticism yet remaining open to dialogue. Trump’s remarks, paired with Netanyahu’s statement, signal continued diplomatic movement, despite deep-seated tensions and regional concerns over Iran’s nuclear program.
As international attention stays focused on these high-stakes negotiations, both the U.S. and Israel are carefully navigating political and security interests. The outcome of these talks could significantly impact global stability, energy markets, and diplomatic relations across the Middle East.