US President Donald Trump mentioned having a productive discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing mainly on Ukraine and briefly touching on Iran. Trump, in an interaction with NASA officials and astronauts, emphasized the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine due to the high number of casualties. He hinted at the possibility of Putin making an announcement regarding this issue.
Regarding Iran, Trump reiterated the US stance against Tehran developing nuclear weapons. He stated that Iran’s military capabilities had been significantly weakened, with key defense elements neutralized. Trump also mentioned Putin’s interest in Iran-related talks but redirected the focus towards resolving the conflict in Ukraine.
Trump highlighted that current US-Iran engagements are mainly conducted remotely and expressed a preference for face-to-face meetings. He emphasized that any agreement with Iran would hinge on the country abandoning its nuclear ambitions. When asked about the timeline for resolving the conflicts, Trump declined to provide a definitive answer, suggesting they might progress at a similar pace.
