US President Donald Trump declared Saturday that the outcome of ongoing US-Iran negotiations is inconsequential, asserting that the United States has already emerged victorious from the conflict. Speaking to reporters, Trump stated, "Whether we make a deal or not makes no difference to me. The reason is because we've won."
He added, "We're in very deep negotiations with Iran. We win regardless. We've defeated them militarily." The President's remarks came as Vice President JD Vance led the US delegation in Islamabad, Pakistan, for the second day of discussions with Iran.
Trump also reiterated the US military's claim that Navy warships had transited the Strait of Hormuz to clear it of Iranian mines, a move Iran denied. "We have minesweepers out there. We're sweeping the strait," Trump said, emphasizing the importance of keeping the vital oil gateway open for global trade. He expressed frustration with NATO allies, noting their absence of support during the conflict.