US President Donald Trump made headlines Sunday as he declared that new negotiations with Iran are slated to kick off on Monday. This announcement came after he called off what he described as “massive” military strikes against the country. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump revealed that both Iran and its US allies in the Middle East had implored him to “hold off” on any military action due to ongoing discussions about a potential deal.
Trump, in his candid remarks, highlighted that while he believes a negotiated end to the hostilities is within reach, the history of tit-for-tat attacks raises questions about the sincerity of the talks. “We were all set to go,” he said, underscoring that the requests to delay military action stemmed from a belief that an agreement was possible. However, he refrained from committing to a specific timeline for the deal, stating, “We’ll just see how it is. We’re ready to go anytime we want. I’m not looking to kill people.”
Meanwhile, in a twist that affects global markets, oil prices dipped during Asian trading on Monday, a reflection of the tension surrounding the potential for conflict in the region. Trump’s comments came just days after Iran’s acting Defence Minister Majid Ibn al-Reza characterized any threats from adversaries as “real and credible,” asserting that Tehran would be prepared for any military escalation. He added that the nation is “locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II.”
The situation is further complicated by the US government’s advisory urging its citizens in the Middle East to be prepared for evacuation in the event of an escalation. Just a few months back, Trump had ominously warned that “a whole civilization will die tonight,” reflecting the gravity of the tensions at play.
As we move forward, the world watches closely, and questions linger about what the next steps will be. Will these talks lead to a breakthrough, or will we see a return to conflict? Only time will tell.
Kaynak: Orijinal Haber