US President Donald Trump has called on Iran to return to diplomatic negotiations, warning that Tehran is not gaining any strategic advantage in its escalating conflict with Israel.
Speaking at the G7 summit in Canada on Monday, Trump suggested that Iranian officials had expressed a willingness to discuss de-escalation. “They have to make a deal, and it’s painful for both parties,” he said. “But I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately, before it’s too late.”
According to USA News Today, Trump asserted that diplomacy is the only viable path forward as the situation in the Middle East grows increasingly volatile. He emphasized that it is in Iran’s best interest to rejoin the negotiating table without delay.
The region has been rocked by a new wave of violence since Friday, when over 200 Israeli fighter jets launched a surprise offensive on Iranian soil, targeting military and nuclear installations.
The attack reportedly killed several top commanders and scientists. In response, Iran has retaliated with its own strikes, and international leaders have since been scrambling for solutions to halt further escalation.
Trump’s comments come as global pressure mounts on both Iran and Israel to prioritize dialogue over continued military confrontation. The U.S. administration has maintained its stance in favor of de-escalation and diplomatic resolution.
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Donald Trump has urged Iran to re-enter diplomatic talks with Israel, warning that the Islamic Republic is not gaining ground in the current conflict.
Speaking at the G7 summit, Trump claimed Iran appears interested in negotiation, citing the need for an immediate de-escalation. His remarks follow major Israeli airstrikes on Iran that targeted military and nuclear assets, igniting a dangerous exchange between the two nations.
