Trump: 'Israel airstrike could also be an opportunity for progress in Iran nuclear deal talks'

JH Kim

Summary

U.S. President Donald Trump noted that Israel's airstrike on Iran could positively influence nuclear deal negotiations with Iran.
President Trump recalled that negotiations with Iran had failed right before an agreement was reached in the past, but indicated that this time there is a possibility for talks.
Trump reportedly avoided giving specific details regarding whether he had spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Donald Trump, President of the United States, remarked that Israel's airstrike on Iran could actually have a positive effect on negotiations regarding the Iran nuclear deal.

According to CNN on the 13th (local time), President Trump said, "I don't think (the airstrike) will have a negative impact on the talks," and added, "On the contrary, it could be the opposite. Now Iran may seriously come to the negotiating table."

President Trump recalled that previous talks with Iran failed to conclude within 60 days, stating, "We came close to an agreement, but they missed the opportunity. However, now there is a possibility."

Meanwhile, President Trump avoided giving specific details when asked whether he had spoken on the phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that day.