As the Israel-Iran conflict intensifies, US President Donald Trump has expressed skepticism over the feasibility of a ceasefire. While voicing support for peace talks, Trump admitted that Israel’s strikes on Iran would be “very hard to stop,” highlighting the complexities surrounding diplomatic intervention in an escalating regional conflict.
Trump: Ceasefire Difficult as Israel Gains Upper Hand
Speaking to reporters, Trump emphasized that the current momentum in Israel’s military operations makes it difficult to halt hostilities. “Israel’s doing well in terms of war. And I think, you would say that Iran is doing less well,” he said. “It’s a little bit hard to get somebody to stop.”
While acknowledging that ceasefire discussions are ongoing, Trump stressed that progress is complicated by the battlefield dynamics. “If somebody is winning, it’s a little bit harder to do than if somebody is losing,” he remarked.
US Position: Support for Talks, No Immediate Military Action
The White House recently stated that Trump sees a “substantial chance of negotiations” and has requested more time to assess whether US forces should directly intervene. “We’re ready, willing and able, and we’ve been speaking to Iran, and we’ll see what happens,” he added.
Trump’s comments indicate a cautious approach, balancing diplomatic engagement with strategic hesitation on military involvement.
Contradiction on Iran’s Nuclear Intentions
Addressing comments made earlier by US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard — who claimed Iran was not actively developing nuclear weapons — Trump firmly rejected the assertion. “She’s wrong,” he said, questioning the validity of US intelligence assessments.
His remarks came amid growing concern over Iran’s Fordo nuclear facility, a heavily fortified uranium enrichment site. Trump has delayed a decision on whether to strike the facility, citing the need for further analysis and clarity on Iran’s intentions.
Israel’s “Preemptive” Strikes on Iran
Israel launched strikes on Iran on June 13, calling them “preemptive” and aimed at halting Iran’s alleged nuclear weapons development. While Iran insists its nuclear program is for civilian purposes, doubts persist in both Israeli and US strategic circles.
Trump’s latest remarks reflect a volatile and unpredictable geopolitical situation, with military dynamics, intelligence disagreements, and diplomatic complexities all at play. While the US publicly supports a ceasefire, the on-ground reality — with Israel gaining momentum — makes peace a challenging proposition in the near term.
