U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Monday that Iran is "eager and in a hurry" to secure a deal with the United States, emphasizing that he holds the power to decide whether Washington will engage in pursuing an agreement with Tehran.
Writing on his "Truth Social" platform, Trump stated, "Iran, which is failing, is striving for a deal, and they are very eager and in a hurry."
The American president added, "I will decide whether the United States chooses to engage in this matter or not," while noting that Washington remains open to the possibility.
Trump's remarks present a dual narrative, portraying Iran as the party urgently seeking an agreement while asserting that the ultimate decision for the U.S. to enter this path remains in his hands.
The president also left room for the possibility of moving toward a deal, without announcing new negotiations or specifying the potential nature and terms of such an agreement.
Trump’s statements come amid ongoing pressures and tensions between Washington and Tehran, coinciding with regional and diplomatic initiatives aimed at de-escalation and managing security and navigation issues in the area.