Tehran (IP) - Donald Trump, the new President of the United States, stated early Friday morning that he hopes to reach an agreement with Iran.

Why It Matters:
As Donald Trump begins his new presidency, understanding his perspective and approach toward the Islamic Republic of Iran is crucial. Donald Trump returned to the White House on Monday after a four-year hiatus. During his first term from 2016 to 2020, he implemented a maximum pressure policy against Iran.

What He Says:
In response to a question about U.S. support for Israel in attacking Iran's nuclear facilities, Trump stated, "Obviously, I'm not going to answer that question." "It would really be nice if that could be worked out without having to go that further step ... Iran hopefully will make a deal, and if they don't make a deal, I guess that's okay too."

 

Go Deeper:
Reports indicate that Trump has appointed Steve Witkoff, a real estate mogul and his representative in the Middle East, to handle the Iran file. Trump dismissed earlier reports and described Witkoff as "a great negotiator," emphasizing, "I will definitely use him. He is a fantastic negotiator and a very good and popular person."

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