Trump’s Conditional Pledge to Iran: No Hostilities if ‘Proper Deal’ is Struck
Speaking on Saturday, then-U.S. President Donald Trump offered a conditional pledge of non-aggression towards Iran, stating that military action would be averted if Tehran agreed to a “proper deal.” This overture came amidst a broader speech that included a seemingly contradictory assertion, where he claimed that “regime change in Iran could be the best thing that happens.”
### Conditional De-escalation Offer
As reported by Shafaqna, citing Al Jazeera, President Trump explicitly stated, “If Iran concludes a proper agreement with us, we will not carry out any attack on this country.” He emphasized the desirability of a comprehensive resolution, noting, “If we can resolve issues with Iran once and for all, it will be good.” This conditional vow underscored a diplomatic pathway to de-escalation, contingent on Iran’s willingness to engage in a specific type of agreement preferred by the U.S.
### Key Demands and Perceived Standoff
Trump reiterated a key U.S. demand, insisting, “We demand that Iran completely stop uranium enrichment.” He presented this as a crucial step for Iran to “prevent an attack” by concluding a “suitable agreement.” The American President also expressed frustration with what he perceived as a lack of concrete action from Iran, stating, “Iran is willing to talk but so far they have talked a lot but done nothing.” This highlighted a perceived impasse in negotiations, with Washington seeking tangible steps from Tehran.
### Regional Military Posture
Highlighting the U.S. military posture in the region, Trump remarked, “America now has a large military force in the region,” adding, “we will see what happens.” This statement underscored the strategic context of his remarks, suggesting a blend of diplomatic overtures and underlying military leverage in the complex relationship between the two nations.
