Trump Makes Peace Gesture At Iran Amid Middle East Optimism: 'Willing To End Past Conflicts And Forge New Partnerships'

President Donald Trump made a significant diplomatic gesture towards Iran on Tuesday, expressing hope for improved relations in the Middle East. This comes as he lauds the transformative efforts of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates in turning their capitals into thriving commercial centers.

What Happened: Trump, speaking at a U.S.-Saudi investment forum in Riyadh, extended an “olive branch” to Iran while expressing optimism about the Middle East’s future, The Hill reported. Trump praised leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates for transforming their capitals into commercial hubs.

Trump expressed his “fervent hope” for Saudi Arabia to eventually normalize relations with Israel. The president, who aims to be seen as a global peacemaker, adopted a softer tone toward Iran as his administration seeks a nuclear deal with Tehran.

“As I have shown repeatedly, I am willing to end past conflicts and forge new partnerships for a better and more stable world,” Trump stated.

Trump emphasized his willingness to negotiate, saying, “I want to make a deal with Iran. If I can make a deal with Iran, I’ll be very happy.” However, he warned that if Iran’s leadership rejects this olive branch and continues aggressive actions, the U.S. would apply “massive, maximum pressure.”

According to The Hill, Trump noted that the offer to Iran “will not last forever.” Recent talks between U.S. and Iranian officials have focused on Tehran’s nuclear program. Trump criticized the Biden administration and Iranian leaders, accusing them of misusing resources for terrorism.

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Why It Matters: The backdrop to Trump’s outreach includes recent developments in U.S.-Iran relations. In April, Iran indicated a willingness to engage in nuclear talks with the U.S., despite cautioning against Trump’s “aggressive theatrics.”

This diplomatic overture coincides with Trump’s announcement of a historic $600 billion investment commitment from Saudi Arabia into the U.S., signaling a “golden era” of economic cooperation.

Additionally, Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia has sparked speculation about a potential nuclear agreement between the U.S. and Riyadh.

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This story was generated using Benzinga Neuro and edited by Shivdeep Dhaliwal