US President Donald Trump said he wants to meet with Iran's religious leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Trump stated that the meeting could take place at some point but that it depends on conditions.
In his statement, Trump claimed that Khamenei is "definitely" influential in the decision-making process in Iran. This statement drew attention during a period of ongoing tension between Washington and Tehran.
Highlights
- Trump announced that he wants to meet with Iran's religious leader.
- He said the timing and whether the meeting will happen depends on conditions.
- He claimed that Khamenei plays a direct role in Iran's decision-making processes.
- Trump alleged that Iran agreed to stop developing nuclear weapons.
Nuclear file back on the agenda
Trump also claimed that Iran has given up developing nuclear weapons. According to him, if such an agreement is reached, it is thought to produce "many good results."
The statements came at a time when the Iran file has been brought back to the top of the international agenda. Trump's words sparked a new debate about the possibility of negotiations.
Possibility of a meeting on the table
Trump said that such a meeting could take place in the future depending on how everything develops. However, no specific date or official confirmation was shared for the meeting.
Trump's remarks led to the re-emergence of both diplomacy and nuclear program topics on the US-Iran front.
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