Trump Says 2nd Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Could Take Place This Week
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- President Trump indicated that a second round of direct negotiations with Iran might take place in Pakistan within the next two days, shifting from an initial plan to hold talks in Europe.
- Trump ruled out his personal involvement in the upcoming talks, which would follow a failed weekend negotiation led by Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner.
- The U.S. proposed a 20-year suspension of all Iranian nuclear activity rather than a permanent ban, a stance Trump expressed discomfort with, emphasizing he opposes Iran having nuclear weapons.
- Vice President Vance blamed Iran for the breakdown of talks, stating the U.S. sought a commitment from Iran not to pursue nuclear weapons, which Iran refused.
- Iran countered with a proposal to suspend nuclear activity for up to five years, similar to a previous offer that had led Trump to consider military action earlier this year.
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