US President Trump expressed cautious optimism on Wednesday about the ongoing talks with Iran in Qatar, saying "they've had very good meetings" and that "denuclearization of Iran is moving along well." The comments came hours after Trump hinted that the US may not always be able to be "reasonable" in its dealings with Iran.
Over the weekend, Trump warned that there may come a point when the US would be forced to militarily complete the job of striking Iran. However, talks between the two countries have been ongoing, with US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff meeting with Iranian officials in Doha.
US officials have reportedly told a Washington-based publication that Trump is weighing a fresh round of strikes against Iran, despite the ongoing talks and a memorandum of understanding signed last month. The Iranian delegation is being led by Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi.
Trump told reporters on Wednesday that the denuclearization of Iran is a key priority and that progress is being made. He also highlighted the country's economic successes, including a booming stock market and a record-breaking investment of $19.1 trillion.
When asked about the possibility of returning to an all-out war with Iran, Trump said that the country has "come a long way" and that he is focused on denuclearization. He highlighted the economic benefits of his administration's policies, saying that everyone benefits when the stock market goes up.
Trump's comments come as the US and Iran continue to engage in diplomatic efforts to resolve their differences. The outcome of these talks remains uncertain, but Trump's words suggest that the US is cautiously optimistic about the prospects for a peaceful resolution.
