Trump Highlights Iran Diplomacy in Visit to the Gulf (Soufan Center)

During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) last week, President Trump emphasized his intent to forge a new nuclear agreement with Iran, while reiterating a threat to use force if talks fail. The U.S. and Iran have exchanged specific proposals, and Trump has set a narrow time window to reach an accord. It is unclear from public sources whether the Trump team is willing to settle for an accord that enables Iran to continue to enrich uranium. In his stops in the Gulf, Trump contrasted the vibrant, innovative economies of the Gulf states with Iran’s depressed economy, held back by comprehensive U.S.-led sanctions.

Trump Highlights Iran Diplomacy in Visit to the Gulf – The Soufan Center