Trump still thinks he’s winning in Iran
President Trump remains optimistic about ongoing peace talks with Iran, despite recent escalations. He has instructed negotiators not to rush into a deal while suggesting new demands that could complicate negotiations. The administration continues to believe a resolution is possible, even as the situation remains tense.
- ▪Trump has told his negotiators not to rush into a deal with Iran.
- ▪The U.S. recently launched self-defense strikes in southern Iran amid the talks.
- ▪Trump proposed that several countries should sign the Abraham Accords as part of any peace deal.
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PoliticsTrump still thinks he’s winning in IranDespite everything, the president is holding out for more before he ends the war.by Joshua KeatingMay 26, 2026, 7:00 PM UTCShareGiftPresident Donald Trump speaks on the phone as he returns to the White House on May 25, 2026. Aaron Schwartz/CNP/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesJoshua Keating is a senior correspondent at Vox covering foreign policy and world news with a focus on the future of international conflict. He is the author of the 2018 book Invisible Countries: Journeys to the Edge of Nationhood, an exploration of border conflicts, unrecognized countries, and changes to the world map.There’s an old line, sometimes attributed to President Dwight D. Eisenhower, that the best way to solve a difficult problem is to make it bigger.
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