President Trump announced a diplomatic breakthrough with Iran, stating that negotiators have conceded to nearly all American demands. In an interview with CNBC, Trump emphasized that his administration seeks a diplomatic resolution rather than forcing a regime change.
Background
Trump compared Iran’s historical behavior to that of a ‘spoiled child’ that had been allowed to act as the ‘bully of the Middle East’ for 47 years. He criticized the Obama administration’s handling of the region, specifically pointing to a $1.7 billion cash transfer delivered to Iran.
Trump claimed that the previous administration’s financial payouts resulted in increased nuclear research, weapons, and missiles rather than stability. He stated that his primary objective for the ongoing negotiations is that Iran ‘cannot have a nuclear weapon.’
Original reporting: Tampa Free Press — read the source article.
