United States President Donald Trump has indicated that Iran can initiate contact with Washington if it is willing to negotiate an end to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Speaking during an interview on Fox News’ The Sunday Briefing, Trump suggested that communication channels remain open, emphasizing that Iran has the option to reach out directly.
“If they want to talk, they can come to us or they can call us. You know there is a telephone. We have nice, secure lines,” he said.
The U.S. leader also expressed optimism about the trajectory of the conflict, stating that he believes the situation could be resolved in the near future, with the United States emerging favorably.
“Some of the people we are dealing with now in Iran are very reasonable, others are not. I hope Iran will be smart,” Trump added.
Meanwhile, diplomatic engagement in the region appears to be gaining momentum. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, to discuss recent developments.
According to a statement shared via an official Telegram channel, Araghchi outlined the current situation in the region, including updates related to ceasefire efforts. He also briefed the Saudi minister on Iran’s latest diplomatic initiatives aimed at de-escalating tensions and bringing an end to the conflict.
The parallel signals—from Washington’s openness to dialogue and Tehran’s ongoing diplomatic outreach—highlight a potential shift toward negotiations as regional stakeholders seek to prevent further escalation.