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US President Donald Trump has recently hinted that a deal with Iran is ‘very possible’ by the end of the month, when King Charles III is scheduled to visit the US. Trump also criticised the UK over its stance on the Iran war.
A file image of US President Donald Trump, who on Tuesday (local time) said that a deal with Iran could possibly be reached by the end of the month(AFP)US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) said it's "very possible" that a deal with Iran will be reached by the time King Charles III visits the US later this month, Sky News reported.
Trump noted, "It's possible. Very possible. They're beaten up pretty badly. It's very possible."
His remarks came days after the Pakistan-mediated negotiations between the US and Iran failed. The talks, which lasted over 21 hours in Islamabad, concluded without any agreement being finalised, and both sides blamed each other for the failure. Additionally, after the talks failed, Trump threatened to enforce a blockade, which the US military carried out on Monday evening. The US military is using over 10,000 personnel along with a dozen warships and aircraft to block the ships entering and exiting Iranian ports, US Central Command revealed in a post on X.
Why is US enforcing a blockade?
The decision aims at putting pressure on the Islamic Republic by targeting two of its key economic drivers: the huge tolls that Iran has been demanding ships pay to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been shut since the war began in late February, and the Islamic Republic's oil revenue, BBC reported.
Trump comments on US' special relationship with UK
Speaking to Sky News, Trump also commented about the relationship between Washington and London, noting that it has "been better." He said, "How is the relationship? It's the relationship where, when we asked them for help, they were not there. When we needed them, they were not there. When we didn't need them, they were not there. And they still aren't there."
The bitterness in Trump's remarks was the result of his being at odds with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer over the Iran war, with the latter refusing to intervene or help Trump. It comes after the US President called on the UK and other members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to get involved in the war militarily, and particularly helping to reopen the Strait of Hormuz waterway, which was shut by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Strait of Hormuz is an arterial waterway responsible for transporting roughly a fifth of the world's oil.
The UK government has allowed the US to use British bases for defensive actions and strikes, and Trump has previously been criticised for his rhetoric about allies not supporting America, despite troops dying in wars like Iraq and Afghanistan after 9/11.
Trump vs Starmer
Commenting on his relationship with Starmer, Trump noted that he likes Starmer, but added that the latter has made a "tragic mistake" in closing the North Sea oil. He added, "You see, your energy prices are highest in the world, and I think he's made a tragic mistake on immigration."
He even suggested that Washington might want to alter the terms of a tariff deal with the UK as he raised complaints regarding Britain's domestic policies. "We gave them a good trade deal. Better than I had to. Which can always be changed," the US President added.
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Swati Gandhi
Swati Gandhi is a digital journalist with over four years of experience, specialising in international and geopolitical issues. Her work focuses on foreign policy, global power shifts, and the political and economic forces shaping international relations, with a particular emphasis on how global developments affect India. She approaches journalism with a strong belief in context-driven reporting, aiming to break down complex global events into clear, accessible narratives for a wide readership.<br><br> Previously, Swati has worked at Business Standard, where she covered a range of beats including national affairs, politics, and business. This diverse newsroom experience helped her build a strong grounding in reporting, while also strengthening her ability to work across both breaking news and in-depth explanatory stories. Covering multiple beats early in her career has helped her be informed about her current work, allowing her to connect domestic developments with wider international trends.<br><br> At Live Mint, she focuses on international and geopolitical issues through a business and economic lens, examining how global political developments, foreign policy decisions, and power shifts impact markets, industries, and India’s strategic and economic interests.<br><br> She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English (Honours) from the University of Delhi and a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University. Her academic training has shaped her emphasis on precision, analytical rigour, and clarity in writing. Her interests include global political economy and the intersection of geopolitics with business.<br><br> Outside work, Swati focuses on exploring her passion and love for food. From fancy cafes to street spots, Swati explores food like a true foodie.
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