Trump says Iran ‘lousy fighters but great negotiators’
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Trump signals openness to negotiating with Iran, characterizing the country as willing deal-maker.
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A negotiated Iran deal could reduce Middle East tensions and stabilize oil markets, potentially moderating gas price increases.
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President Trump said Iran is "begging to make a deal," characterizing the country as "lousy fighters but great negotiators." The comment suggests Trump's willingness to engage in diplomatic talks with Tehran, a significant shift from his first term when he withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal and imposed maximum pressure sanctions. Trump's framing of Iran as a negotiating partner indicates potential openness to reaching an agreement on Iran's nuclear program and regional activities. The statement comes as tensions remain high in the Middle East following years of U.S.-Iran hostility. Any formal negotiations would require both sides to agree on terms and verify compliance with any new accord.
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