Trump Declares Unwillingness to Negotiate with Iran

Donald Trump asserted during a press briefing in Washington that the United States would not negotiate with Iran, stating that the Iranian government is unable to pay its soldiers' salaries due to financial difficulties. The president also reiterated that current US actions against Iran do not signal a shift away from the military option. Tehran has not commented on the remarks, but the statement aligns with previous US policy under Trump's administration. The White House did not issue a formal statement, but the remarks were reported by multiple outlets. The Ma'aruf news agency noted that Trump emphasized the continued availability of the military option and confirmed the Strait of Hormuz remains open. Lenta reported only that Trump stated his unwillingness to talk to Iran, without additional context. The declaration has been interpreted as a reinforcement of the administration's hardline stance toward Iran, with no indication of a willingness to pursue diplomatic channels. The immediate consequence is likely to be increased pressure on Iran and a continuation of the current geopolitical standoff.