Trump on Iran Peace Talks
While visiting the Gulf on Thursday, President Donald Trump spoke about progress on the Trump on Iran Peace front. Saying that the U.S. was close to reaching a deal with Iran on its nuclear program. A step that could help prevent war. He also mentioned that his tour had brought in huge investments, saying it added up to “trillions of dollars.” Soon after his statement, global oil prices started to drop.
Speaking from Qatar, Trump on Iran Peace discussions made it clear that the U.S. does not intend to reduce Iran to “nuclear dust. He sounded hopeful, saying that negotiations were progressing and both sides could reach a deal soon, which might stop any chance of war.
A wave of optimism over a possible nuclear deal caused oil prices to slip by over three percent.
So far, Iran and the Trump administration have met four times to discuss terms, as the U.S. tries to stop Israel from launching an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities.
Maybe you caught the news about Iran today—they’ve apparently agreed to the terms, Trump on Iran Peace mentioned.
The president didn’t say exactly which comments he meant, but Ali Sham khani. An advisor to Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei, told ABC News that Iran is willing to give up its stock of highly enriched uranium. In exchange, the United States would lift the sanctions as part of the agreement.
Trump said Iran owes thanks to Qatar’s emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Who persuaded him not to carry out a military strike against Iran’s powerful neighbor.
Qatar has played an important role in helping to end the 19-month war in Gaza and in negotiating the release of hostages held by Hamas, the Palestinian group.
Trump didn’t provide details but said the U.S. plans to “take” control of Gaza. Which has been badly damaged since the conflict began after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023.
Trump announced that Gaza is going to be a “freedom zone,” but he didn’t share any more details about what that involves.
He also cautioned that if Yemen’s Houthi rebels break the ceasefire deal made with the U.S. this month, the U.S. will respond with military action.
Gulf’s Support and Aid
Starting his important foreign visit in Saudi Arabia, Trump on Iran Peace was set to go to the UAE on Thursday. He openly showed excitement about investments from the Gulf, highlighting how they help create jobs for Americans.
Trump called this trip one-of-a-kind, saying it could bring in between $3.5 and $4 trillion in just a few days.
In Doha, he also praised a historic $200 billion deal for Boeing airplanes.
Saudi Arabia has promised to invest $600 billion, including one of the biggest purchases of U.S. weapons ever.
Trump’s last stop is the UAE, which aims to lead in technology, especially in artificial intelligence, to reduce its dependence on oil.
However, to reach this goal, the UAE needs access to advanced U.S. technology like AI chips. Which are currently tightly controlled for export. It’s reported that Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed. The UAE president’s brother and intelligence chief, pushed for this during a visit to Washington in March.
Focused on Business, Not Politics
While speaking in Riyadh, Trump didn’t hold back, criticizing how both the left. The long-standing Republican leaders have dealt with Middle East affairs.
Trump praised the shining skylines of Riyadh and Abu Dhabi, noting that their governments built these cities without relying on so-called ‘nation-builders,’ ‘neocons,’ or ‘liberal non-profits. Unlike the billions wasted with little success in Kabul and Baghdad.
During his visit, Trump on Iran Peace didn’t touch on human rights issues. Instead, he praised Saudi Arabia’s crown prince, the country’s real leader, calling him a visionary behind the kingdom’s fast-growing investments.
Trump agreed to lift sanctions on Syria following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad in December, fulfilling an important request from the Saudi crown prince.
During his Riyadh visit, he held a landmark meeting with Ahmed al-Sharaa. The first such encounter between their nations’ leaders in 25 years. Sharaa, a former jihadist once wanted by the U.S. He appeared smartly dressed in a suit, and Trump lightheartedly praised him as a ‘young, attractive guy.
