President Donald Trump stated that the United States is actively negotiating with Iran and claimed victory in the conflict while swearing in Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security at the White House. Trump mentioned ongoing talks with Iran involving top officials from his administration. He highlighted the involvement of key figures such as Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff in the negotiations.
Trump emphasized that the current Iranian leadership has undergone significant changes, suggesting a regime change. He noted that Iran had shown willingness to make concessions related to energy routes during the talks. The President mentioned an Iranian offer regarding oil, gas, and the Strait of Hormuz, which he described as valuable.
Reiterating his administration’s stance, Trump asserted that Iran would not be permitted to develop nuclear weapons. He dismissed claims of ongoing fighting, stating that the conflict had been decisively won. Trump referred to the situation as a “military operation” and expressed optimism from senior defense officials about a swift resolution.
Trump also mentioned his discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, praising him as “a warrior” when questioned about their interactions.
