Trump: Negotiating with Iran from a Position of Absolute Strength, 'Very Good' Chance of Reaching an Agreement

U.S. President Donald Trump said that the United States is negotiating with Iran from a position of “absolute strength,” asserting that Washington is capable of “ending the matter at any time we choose.” In remarks to Fox News, Trump added, “I prefer to reach an agreement with Iran to save many lives if that is possible.” He noted that Iranians “strongly want to reach an agreement,” highlighting that there is a “very good chance” of achieving it. Trump stressed that Iran is not in a strong negotiating position and that its economy is collapsing, pointing out that while Tehran still possesses some missiles and drones, its capacity to produce more has become “extremely limited.” The U.S. president said Washington could strike Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility at any time it chooses, adding, “We may have to target Fordow, and we can accomplish that within an hour.”