U.S. President Donald Trump has said he would rather reach a diplomatic agreement with Iran than resort to military action, saying his priority is to avoid further loss of life. Speaking during an event in Nevada on Wednesday, Trump said he remains hopeful that ongoing developments could lead to a peaceful outcome.
“I’d rather make a deal because I don’t want to kill people,” Trump said, adding, “We are talking. Let’s see what happens.” While he did not provide details about the reported discussions, his remarks suggested that Washington remains open to resolving tensions through diplomacy.
However, Iran has rejected Trump’s comments, maintaining that it is not engaged in negotiations with the United States and has no plans to hold direct talks. Iranian officials have repeatedly denied claims that discussions between the two countries are currently underway.
The latest statements come amid continued tensions between Washington and Tehran, with the international community closely watching whether diplomatic efforts can reduce regional instability and prevent further escalation.
