diplomacyFriday, May 29, 20262 sources
Trump Hails Iranians as 'Very Good Negotiators' Amid Tensions
Donald Trump praised Iranian negotiators as 'very good' during a public statement in the United States. He warned that if a deal was not favorable to the U.S., military action against Iran could resume. The remarks occurred amid ongoing diplomatic and military tensions between the two nations.
During a public address on May 28, 2026, Donald Trump acknowledged Iranian negotiators as 'very good,' a statement reported by TASS. He also emphasized that the U.S. holds 'all the cards' in any potential negotiation. Al Arabiya echoed these remarks, adding that Trump's comments underscored the U.S.'s strategic advantage. The remarks were made in the context of heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with recent military posturing and diplomatic standoffs. While both sources agree on Trump's praise for Iranian negotiators, they differ slightly in emphasis, with TASS including the warning about military action and Al Arabiya highlighting the U.S.'s position of strength.
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IndependentAl ArabiyaMay 29, 12:33 PM
Trump says Iranians ‘very good’ negotiators but US has ‘all the cards’ - Al Arabiya EnglishTrump says Iranians ‘very good’ negotiators but US has ‘all the cards’ Al Arabiya English
StateTASSMay 29, 02:10 AM
Trump praises Iranians as 'very good negotiators'The US leader added that if a potential "deal wasn't going to be good" for the US, the military could resume hostilities against Iran