Trump Says He'll Be 'Indirectly' Involved in US-Iran Talks in Geneva

President claims Iran 'wants to make a deal' as negotiations continue

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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US President Donald Trump stated that he will be involved 'indirectly' in talks with Iran taking place in Geneva on Tuesday, calling them 'very important.' Trump said Iran 'wants to make a deal' and expressed hope that Tehran would agree to a new nuclear agreement.

Why it matters

The US-Iran nuclear negotiations have been a key foreign policy priority for the Trump administration, with the potential to significantly impact regional stability and global security. Trump's comments suggest he is closely monitoring the talks, even if not directly participating.

The details

Trump did not provide specifics on how he would be involved indirectly in the Geneva negotiations, which are aimed at reviving the 2015 nuclear deal that the US withdrew from in 2018. The talks involve representatives from Iran, the US, and other world powers.

  • The Geneva talks are scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The 45th President of the United States.

Iran

A Middle Eastern country involved in the nuclear negotiations with the US and other world powers.

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What they’re saying

“I'll be involved in those talks indirectly.”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States (news-pravda.com)

“Iran 'wants to make a deal'.”

— Donald Trump, President of the United States (news-pravda.com)

What’s next

The outcome of the Geneva talks will be closely watched, as they could pave the way for a new nuclear agreement between the US and Iran.

The takeaway

Trump's comments suggest he remains engaged in the US-Iran nuclear negotiations, even as his administration prepares to hand over power to a new administration. The talks in Geneva will be a crucial test of whether the two sides can reach a diplomatic solution.