Trump Confirms Indirect Role in High-Stakes Iran Nuclear Talks

By 𝔸bdulrazak Tomiwa

President Donald Trump announced he will be involved “indirectly” in the second round of nuclear negotiations with Iran in Geneva.

These talks represent a critical diplomatic effort to de-escalate tensions following recent military confrontations between the two nations.

Speaking on Air Force One, Trump underscored the weight of the upcoming discussions and the difficulty of the process. Highlighting his role, he stated, “I’ll be involved in those talks, indirectly. And they’ll be very important. Iran is a very tough negotiator.”

The negotiations follow a 12-day conflict last June, during which the U.S. and Israel struck Iranian nuclear sites. Trump suggested these past actions have incentivized Tehran to negotiate, noting they likely wish to avoid the further consequences of failing to reach a deal.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Switzerland seeking a “fair and equitable” agreement but remains defiant against threats.

He clarified that while Iran is open to technical curbs, its missile capabilities and sovereignty are not up for discussion.

The IAEA is also pushing for inspections to account for uranium stockpiles following previous airstrikes. Despite some optimism in Tehran, the talks are shadowed by a massive U.S. military buildup and ongoing Iranian naval drills in the Strait of Hormuz.

Significant hurdles remain, as Washington demands a total end to Iranian uranium enrichment a condition Tehran rejects. The world is now watching to see if this diplomatic window can prevent a slide into a broader regional war.