US to Hold Talks with Iran Next Week, Says Donald Trump

In a significant diplomatic development, US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will hold discussions with Iran next week, marking a potential shift in relations after weeks of rising tensions in the Middle East. Trump made this statement at a press conference during the NATO summit in The Hague, emphasizing that while talks are planned, he personally does not see an urgent need for a formal nuclear deal, citing the damage already inflicted by recent US airstrikes on key Iranian nuclear sites.

• The US is scheduled to engage in fresh talks with Iran next week, though specific dates have not been provided.

• Trump expressed doubt about the necessity of a new nuclear agreement, referencing the severe damage caused to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.

• He claimed that US airstrikes on Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow facilities had effectively “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear program.

• The statement follows a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran that ended 12 days of armed conflict.

• Trump cautioned that while the fighting had stopped, the potential for renewed hostilities remains.

During the press conference, Trump said:

“We’re going to talk to them next week. We may sign an agreement. I don’t know, to me, I don’t think it’s that necessary. The strikes we carried out have obliterated their facilities.”

He downplayed initial US intelligence assessments, which suggested Iran’s nuclear program had only been delayed by a few months. Instead, Trump insisted that the US bombing mission had delivered a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

• The announcement came on the second day of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, which brought an end to nearly two weeks of violence that threatened to escalate into a broader regional war.

• The conflict had severe implications for global energy markets, sending oil prices soaring at the height of hostilities. However, prices have since fallen sharply as calm returned.

Before the Israeli strikes on June 13, 2025, US officials had already engaged in five rounds of talks with Iran, aimed at negotiating a replacement for the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) — the deal Trump withdrew from during his first term.

The new discussions were intended to limit Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for easing sanctions.

Key points of contention included:

• The level of uranium enrichment Iran would be permitted.

• Iran’s demand for civilian nuclear energy rights.

• The US insistence that enrichment should be completely halted.

A new agreement could reduce tensions in the Middle East and prevent further military strikes.
Successful diplomacy may bring stability to global oil markets, benefiting economies worldwide.
A deal could pave the way for sanctions relief for Iran, helping its struggling economy.
It would mark a significant achievement for Trump’s foreign policy legacy if completed.

If successful, these negotiations could:

• Reduce the likelihood of further strikes between Israel, the US, and Iran.

• Help stabilize the Middle East and ease humanitarian crises caused by conflict.

• Strengthen international efforts to control nuclear proliferation.

The ceasefire and potential for talks have already had an impact:

• Oil prices dropped sharply as hostilities ceased.

• Energy markets are watching closely, as a deal could lead to a more stable supply environment.

The US is preparing for new diplomatic talks with Iran, signaling a potential move toward peace and stability in the Middle East after recent hostilities. While Trump played down the need for a formal deal, officials and experts alike are hopeful that dialogue can prevent renewed conflict and bring much-needed calm to the region.