Trump's Social Message Blitz Hurts Iran Talks Say Officials
The prospect of Iran agreeing to more in-person peace talks with the US is being hindered by President Donald Trump's threats and brash social media posts, according to several officials with knowledge of the diplomatic efforts to end their war.
Trump's Truth Social posts — as well as his decision to continue with a naval blockade of Iranian ports — have been detrimental to ongoing negotiations through mediators such as Pakistan, according to two US officials familiar with the matter.
Our EMEA News Director Will Kennedy joins Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
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