Press Conference After NATO Summit
"Possible to Reach a Nuclear Agreement with Iran"
On June 25 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Israel and Iran, which recently entered into a ceasefire, could soon resume military conflict. He also mentioned that he would begin talks with Iran next week, indicating a plan to resume denuclearization negotiations between the United States and Iran.
At a press conference following the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit held in The Hague, Netherlands, President Trump was asked about the basis for his confidence in the end of the conflict between Israel and Iran. He replied, "I dealt with both countries, and both were exhausted and depleted."
He said that both countries "were satisfied to get out of this situation after a very intense and violent clash," but also revealed the instability of the ceasefire by stating, "This (military conflict) could resume someday, and perhaps even soon." He added, "When Iran, though not very often, violated the ceasefire, I saw that as a significant sign of the possibility of renewed military conflict."
Previously, President Trump announced the implementation of the ceasefire at around 1 a.m. on June 24, but even after that, Israel and Iran exchanged missile attacks. In response, he expressed dissatisfaction with both sides and warned Israel to refrain from military retaliation. As of now, no additional clashes have occurred between the two countries.
President Trump also stated, "I will talk with Iran next week." This suggests his intention to resume denuclearization negotiations between the United States and Iran, which had been halted due to Israel's attacks on Iran.
Regarding the possibility of reaching a nuclear agreement with Iran, he said, "I don't think it's necessary, but if there is a document, that's not bad. We could make an agreement," leaving the possibility open. He added, "We have completely blown up that (nuclear capability), so the issue (of the agreement) does not feel particularly important."
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