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Trump: US in Talks with Iran, Doubts Tehran is Ready for Negotiations
US-Iran Talks and Trump's Assessment
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed on March 15, 2026, that the United States is in talks with Iran. However, President Trump stated that he doubts Iran is ready for negotiations. He mentioned that while Iran 'badly' wants to negotiate, they are not yet prepared to take the necessary steps. Trump believes that Iran will eventually be ready for talks.
Claims of Iran's Weakened Military Capabilities
President Trump asserted that Iran's military power has been significantly diminished. He claimed that Iran has very little firepower left and that their missile stockpiles are at a low number. He attributed this to their inability to launch many missiles, stating that their manufacturing capability has been decimated. Furthermore, he noted that their drone inventory is down to about 20%, highlighting what he perceives as significant military setbacks for Iran.
*Source: YouTube: Reuters (2026-03-16)*
