Trump says deal with Iran 'isn't really something that I want to do'

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During a Texas rally on October 8, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that while his envoy is making progress in discussions with Iran, a deal with Tehran is not his preferred outcome, asserting Iran will never possess nuclear weapons. Trump also expressed an expectation for the conflict involving Iran to conclude soon, describing the nation as 'a failed nation'.

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US President Donald Trump said that his special envoy Steve Witkoff is "doing very well" in discussions with Iran, but added that a deal with Tehran is not his preferred outcome. "He's working on the Iran deal and doing very well.

Trump says deal with Iran 'isn't really something that I want to do'

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