Michael Goodwin: Trump gave Iran a chance at peace — but the president cannot trust the mullahs
President Trump is seeking ways to revive stalled negotiations with Iran, but the mullahs appear unwilling to accept his terms for peace. Recent U.S. airstrikes against Iranian ships have heightened tensions, indicating that Iran may prefer conflict over compromise. The ongoing situation reflects Iran's commitment to its nuclear ambitions and its historical animosity towards the U.S. and Israel.
- ▪President Trump held a Cabinet meeting to discuss strategies for negotiating with Iran.
- ▪The U.S. conducted airstrikes against Iranian ships, escalating tensions in the region.
- ▪Iran's leadership has shown no willingness to meet Trump's demands regarding nuclear weapons.
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Michael Goodwin Opinion Michael Goodwin: Trump gave Iran a chance at peace — but the president cannot trust the mullahs By Michael Goodwin Published May 26, 2026, 10:26 p.m. ET Motorists drive their vehicles past a political billboard featuring President Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz along Valiasr Square in Tehran on May 26, 2026. AFP via Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The news that President Trump has taken the unusual step of calling a full Cabinet meeting Wednesday suggests that, among other things, he’s exploring ways to jump-start the maddeningly slow talks with Iran.
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