Trump Says Iran ‘Very Eager’ to Make A Deal After Blockade/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President Donald Trump said Iran contacted the U.S. seeking a deal following the American naval blockade of Iranian ports. Talks remain focused on Iran’s nuclear program and retrieving enriched uranium. Trump warned that failure to reach an agreement before the ceasefire ends would have serious consequences.
Trump Iran Deal Talks Quick Looks
- Trump says Iran called seeking deal
- Talks focus on nuclear weapons issue
- U.S. demands Iran give up enrichment
- Ceasefire deadline approaching
- U.S. naval blockade now in effect
- Trump warns consequences if no deal
- Other countries offering blockade support
- China wants war to end, Trump says
- UN warns of possible global food crisis
- Talks ongoing despite failed Pakistan negotiations
- Strait of Hormuz disruption continues
- White House balancing war and politics
Deep Look: Trump Says Iran Seeking A Deal After U.S. Blockade
President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran reached out to the United States seeking renewed negotiations, just hours after Washington imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and following failed weekend talks.
Speaking to reporters outside the Oval Office, Trump said the communication came “from the other side,” referring to Iran, and suggested Tehran is now eager to reach an agreement.
“They’d like to make a deal very badly,” Trump said.
The president indicated that nuclear restrictions remain the central sticking point in negotiations. Trump reiterated that Iran must abandon any effort to develop nuclear weapons before any agreement can be reached.
“Iran will not have a nuclear weapon,” Trump said, adding that the United States had agreed to several issues during talks, but Iran refused to accept the nuclear demand.
“We agreed to a lot of things, but they didn’t agree to that. I think they will agree to it. I’m almost sure of it,” Trump said.
He warned that failure to accept the terms would end negotiations.
“If they don’t agree, there’s no deal. There will never be a deal,” Trump added.
Uranium Retrieval a Key Demand
Trump also emphasized that retrieving enriched uranium from Iran remains a top priority for U.S. negotiators.
“We’re going to get the dust back. We’ll get it back,” Trump told reporters. “Either we’ll get it back from them or we’ll take it.”
The comments highlight the administration’s hardline negotiating position as tensions remain high across the Middle East.
Ceasefire Deadline Looms
Trump also warned that if a deal is not reached before the end of the current ceasefire, Iran could face serious consequences.
“It won’t be pleasant for them,” Trump said when asked about what happens if negotiations fail.
The two-week ceasefire was announced last week, but weekend negotiations in Pakistan failed to produce a breakthrough. Vice President JD Vance said Iran refused to commit to abandoning nuclear weapons development.
Before the ceasefire, Trump also threatened to destroy Iranian infrastructure and power plants if fighting resumed.
International Support for Blockade
Trump also revealed that other countries have offered to assist with the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports.
“We don’t need other countries, frankly,” Trump said. “But they’ve offered their services.”
He added that further details about potential allies may be announced soon.
China Factor Emerges
Trump said he has not spoken directly with Chinese President Xi Jinping but believes China wants the conflict to end.
“We have a very good relationship with China,” Trump said, adding that Xi “would like to see” the war end.
The comments come after intelligence reports suggested China may be preparing to send air defense systems to Iran — a move Trump warned would create “big problems” for Beijing.
Trump is expected to visit China next month.
UN Warns of Global Food Crisis
The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization said shipping disruptions are preventing key farming supplies — including fuel, fertilizer, and natural gas — from reaching global markets.
Officials warned that delays could disrupt planting seasons and reduce crop yields worldwide.
“The clock is ticking,” UN officials said, warning the crisis could rival disruptions seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Talks Continue Despite Failed Negotiations
A U.S. official confirmed that negotiations between Washington and Tehran are ongoing, despite the failed Pakistan talks.
“There is continued engagement between the U.S. and Iran and forward motion,” the official said.
It remains unclear whether additional in-person meetings will take place.
Political Pressures at Home
The developments come as the Trump administration balances foreign policy tensions with domestic political priorities ahead of midterm elections.
During a White House appearance, Trump highlighted domestic tax policies while answering questions about Iran and the ongoing conflict.
The moment illustrated the administration’s effort to manage both international conflict and domestic political messaging simultaneously.
Uncertain Path Ahead
With blockade operations underway and negotiations continuing, the coming days will be critical.
Key developments to watch include:
- Iran nuclear negotiations
- Blockade enforcement
- Ceasefire expiration
- Global oil market reaction
- China’s potential involvement
- UN food supply concerns
Trump’s comments suggest optimism for a deal — but also underscore the high stakes if negotiations collapse.
Trump’s “staged” DoorDash delivery highlights administration’s midterm struggle on Iran
President Donald Trump receives a McDonald’s delivery via DoorDash, outside the Oval Office on Monday.
Moments after President Donald Trump abruptly summoned reporters to the West Wing, he opened the door to greet a woman wearing a “DoorDash Grandma” T-shirt and bearing two big bags of McDonald’s food.
“This doesn’t look staged, does it?” Trump asked the assembled press pool, before spending about 15 minutes answering questions on the Iran war, including on failed negotiations over the weekend, the Strait of Hormuz and criticism from Pope Leo XIV.
The gathering was clearly meant to tout provisions in a GOP law that limited taxes on tips, which Trump and Republicans are hoping will bolster their midterm chances in November. But it mainly underscored the White House’s strained effort to juggle domestic politics while simultaneously waging war in Iran.
Trump is slated to make trips to Nevada and Arizona later this week to tout his tax policies, resuming domestic travel that advisers once viewed as key to energizing midterm voters — but that’s largely been put on hold since attacking Iran in late February.
Trump during the planned appearance briefly touted his policy eliminating taxes on tips, which the DoorDash Grandma — real name, Sharon Simmons — said “helped my family out immensely.”
At one point, the president tried to bring the delivery woman back into the conversation, pressing her over transgender women’s ability to participate in women’s sports. But Simmons demurred.
“I really don’t have an opinion on that,” she said. “I’m here about no tax on tips.”
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