According to the Jerusalam post, US President Donald Trump said he is unconcerned about whether ongoing negotiations with Iran result in a formal agreement, insisting that Washington has already achieved its objectives following the recent conflict.
Speaking to reporters on the South Lawn of the White House before departing on Marine One, Trump struck a confident tone regarding the outcome of the war and the current diplomatic efforts. “Whether we make a deal or not makes no difference to me. The reason is because we’ve won,” he said, downplaying the stakes of the talks taking place in Pakistan.
The negotiations, which involve senior US and Iranian officials, are being led in part by Vice President JD Vance. Trump acknowledged that discussions remain complex, describing them as “very deep negotiations,” but suggested that the United States holds the upper hand regardless of their outcome.
At the same time, Trump highlighted ongoing military operations in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, where US forces are working to locate and clear naval mines. The waterway, a critical artery for global energy supplies, remains largely inaccessible to commercial shipping, particularly vessels transporting oil and natural gas from the Persian Gulf.
“The military is doing a tremendous job,” Trump said, noting that efforts to secure the strait are continuing amid heightened tensions in the region.
In a pointed warning directed at Beijing, Trump also cautioned China against providing military support to Iran. He said there would be “big problems” if Chinese arms shipments were detected, signaling a potential escalation in already strained US-China relations.
The remarks come as global markets remain sensitive to disruptions in energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and as diplomatic efforts seek to stabilize the region following weeks of conflict. Despite the uncertainty surrounding a possible agreement, Trump’s comments suggest the administration is prepared to move forward without a deal, relying instead on what it views as a position of strength……See More
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