Trump Opens the “Hotline” to Tehran: Phone Negotiations and Mockery of the “Lost” Iranian Leadership
US President: Tehran is split between "Talks and Rejection"; "I am not satisfied with the latest proposal"; Indirect talks continue, but a "Final Deal" remains elusive
Mohammed Yousry, editor at Voice of Emirates News Agency, Cairo office, is a journalist and researcher specializing in Islamic heritage and extremist groups.
Washington – In his characteristically blunt style, President Donald Trump has revealed the behind-the-scenes communications with Iran, confirming that negotiations are currently taking place “over the phone” through indirect channels. Despite opening a line of communication, Trump did not miss the chance to attack the Iranian regime, describing the leadership in Tehran as being in a state of “loss” and political confusion. Obviously, Trump aims to control the balance of power in May 2026 by portraying Washington as the strong party that “waits and watches” while the opponent suffers from internal divisions preventing a unified stance.
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“Not Satisfied with the Offer”: Why Trump Doubts a Deal is Near?
During his press remarks, Trump clarified that although contacts are ongoing, he is unconvinced by the latest Iranian proposals submitted via mediators, labeling them insufficient for American ambitions. Accordingly, the US President believes the chances of reaching a “comprehensive agreement” remain slim for now. Clearly, the “Grand Bargain” strategy Trump seeks is clashing with Iranian defiance on one side and a US desire to extract maximum concessions regarding the nuclear file and regional influence on the other.
“A War of Factions”: Washington Bets on Tehran’s Internal Divide
Trump explicitly pointed to a power struggle within Iran, where decision-making oscillates between a faction wanting to end isolation through talks and another refusing to grant any concessions. As a result, the White House views this internal rift as the primary obstacle to any real political breakthrough. Amidst this tense atmosphere, Washington continues to apply pressure via “telephone diplomacy” alongside military and political threats, putting the Iranian leadership through a grueling test: face external pressure or risk internal combustion.
