In an interview given on Tuesday to the New York Post, Donald Trump indicated that new discussions between the United States and Iran could take place “in the next two days,” according to statements reported by the New York daily. He now mentions Islamabad as a preferred option to host these exchanges.
In an initial telephone conversation, the American president had described discussions already underway, but progressing “slowly,” while also mentioning the possibility of a second round of negotiations in Europe. A few minutes later, he clarified this direction and highlighted the Pakistani capital.
“Something could happen in the next two days”
“You really should stay tuned, because something could happen in the next two days, and we are more inclined to go there,” he said about Islamabad, before adding: “It’s more likely, you know why? Because the marshal is doing an excellent job.” He was referring to Pakistani marshal Asim Munir, chief of the Pakistani army, whom he credits with a key role in a previous agreement between Pakistan and India.
The American president stands by this choice, citing this relationship: “He is fantastic, so it is more likely that we will go back there. Why would we go to a country that has nothing to do with this?” He also stated: “I just think he is a very good person, this marshal. You know, he ended the war with India, he saved 30 million people.”
Trump will not travel for the negotiations
Donald Trump also clarified that he would not directly participate in these discussions, without indicating who would represent the United States. He also criticized the proposals discussed during the recent exchanges with Iran.
Finally, regarding the issue of the Iranian nuclear program, he rejected the idea of a temporary moratorium on uranium enrichment: “I have been saying from the beginning that they cannot have nuclear weapons.” He also ruled out any solution that would allow Tehran to claim a political victory: “I don’t want them to feel like they have achieved a win.”
[Context: Donald Trump mentions the possibility of new discussions between the US and Iran in the coming days, highlighting Islamabad as a preferred location for the talks.] [Fact Check: The content accurately reflects the statements made by Donald Trump in the interview with the New York Post.]
