Former President Trump reportedly told G7 leaders that Iran is on the verge of capitulating in ongoing negotiations, according to sources familiar with the conversation.
Former President Donald Trump claimed during a recent G7 call that Iran is "about to surrender" in ongoing negotiations, according to sources familiar with the conversation. The assertion comes amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran over the latter's nuclear program and regional activities.
Trump's comments, which were not publicly announced, suggest he believes Iran is nearing a breaking point in its standoff with Western powers. The former president has long maintained that his "maximum pressure" campaign against Iran was effective in bringing the country to the negotiating table.
However, Iranian officials have consistently denied any intention of surrendering to U.S. demands. The Islamic Republic has instead emphasized its willingness to engage in diplomacy while maintaining its sovereign rights, particularly regarding its nuclear program.
The G7 call reportedly included discussions about potential diplomatic pathways forward, though specific details of the conversation remain unclear. Trump's characterization of Iran's position as one of imminent surrender appears to diverge from the more cautious assessments of current U.S. and European officials.
This development highlights the ongoing debate about the effectiveness of Trump's Iran policy, which included the 2018 withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and the reimposition of economic sanctions. While Trump and his allies argue these measures brought Iran to its knees, critics contend they only strengthened hardliners in Tehran and increased regional instability.
As of now, neither the White House nor Iranian authorities have officially commented on Trump's reported claims from the G7 call.
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