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Trump Calls Iran "Lousy Fighters, Great Negotiators" as He Claims They're "Begging"

US President Donald Trump asserted that Iran is "begging" to make a deal to end the ongoing conflict, not the United States. He delivered a sharp critique, calling Iranians "lousy fighters but great negotiators," downplaying their battlefield strength. Iranian officials have officially denied that any formal negotiations are currently in progress. Trump expressed uncertainty about whether the US is willing to make a deal, suggesting the best window for Iran may have passed.

Key Points: Trump on Iran: "Lousy Fighters, Great Negotiators"

  • Trump claims Iran is driving diplomacy
  • Dismisses Iran's military as "lousy fighters"
  • Calls Iranian leadership "great negotiators"
  • Suggests window for deal may be narrowing
  • Iran officially denies negotiations are in progress
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Trump calls Iranians "lousy fighters but great negotiators" as he claims Tehran is "begging" for a deal

President Trump claims Iran is "begging" for a deal, dismissing their military prowess while calling them "great negotiators" as conflict enters fourth week.

"They're begging to make a deal, not me. - Donald Trump"

Washington, DC, March 26

US President Donald Trump has offered a characteristically blunt assessment of the ongoing conflict with Tehran, characterising the Iranian leadership as "lousy fighters but great negotiators."

Speaking at the commencement of a Cabinet meeting, his first since the United States entered the war, the President dismissed reports that Washington was the party driving a diplomatic resolution. Instead, Trump asserted that the impetus for a ceasefire is coming directly from Iran.

"They're begging to make a deal, not me," the President stated, maintaining that it is Tehran, rather than Washington, that is seeking to restart talks as the hostilities enter their fourth week.

Delivering a sharp critique of Iranian strategic capabilities, Trump combined military dismissal with a backhanded compliment regarding their diplomatic prowess. "Anybody would know they're talking," he remarked. "They're not fools; they're very smart, actually, in a certain way. And they're great negotiators. I say they're lousy fighters, but they're great negotiators."

The President's rhetoric highlights a familiar stance downplaying Iran's battlefield strength while acknowledging its tactical ability to navigate complex bargaining tables. Despite these claims, however, Iranian officials have officially denied that any such negotiations are in progress, insisting that no formal discussions have commenced, notwithstanding persistent rumours of backchannel communications.

Even as Trump maintained that the opposing side is seeking a resolution, he expressed significant hesitation regarding whether the United States is ready to reciprocate. "They are begging to work out a deal," he reiterated. "I don't know if we'll be able to do that. I don't know if we're willing to do that."

This uncertainty underscores a lack of definitive clarity in the US position, as the administration attempts to navigate the fine line between sustained military pressure and the potential, though not the guarantee, of a diplomatic exit.

Furthermore, the President suggested that the window for a peaceful settlement may be narrowing, implying that Tehran has already squandered its best opening. "They should have done that four weeks ago," Trump noted, suggesting that the terms previously available for negotiation might no longer remain on the table.

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian, I'm more concerned about how this affects oil prices and our energy security. Any conflict in the Gulf sends shockwaves through our economy. Whether they are "lousy fighters" or not, the real issue is finding a solution that doesn't hurt developing nations like ours. 🙏
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Arjun K
Calling them "begging" is so undiplomatic. Even if it's true, you don't say it out loud! This is why India always prefers quiet, behind-the-scenes talks. Public humiliation never leads to good deals. Hope our MEA is watching and taking notes on what *not* to do.
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Sarah B
Living in Delhi but originally from the US, I have to say this rhetoric is exhausting. It's all about ego, not statecraft. The "great negotiators" part is interesting though – perhaps there's a deal to be made if both sides drop the macho act. The world doesn't need another prolonged conflict.
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Vikram M
Forget the fighting and negotiating labels. The real question for India is: what is our national interest here? We have good relations with both the US and Iran. We need stability in the region for our Chabahar port project and energy imports. Our diplomacy should focus on that, not taking sides in this blame game.
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Karthik V
With all due respect to the office of the US President, this kind of language is not helpful. It's inflammatory. In our culture, we are taught to speak with *maryada* (respect), especially in serious matters like war and peace. This just deepens mistrust. A peaceful resolution benefits the whole world, including us in India.

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