Trump Claims Pakistan Helped Prevent “Decisive” Strike on Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that a “decisive” attack on Iran was halted following requests from “very good people” in Pakistan who, according to him, are close to Tehran.

In an interview with an American television network, Trump said Pakistani figures urged him to pause military action, assuring him that they could help broker a deal with Iran. “They asked, ‘Can you stop? We will make a deal happen,’” Trump said.

Speaking about Tehran, Trump expressed frustration over ongoing negotiations, saying that every time progress appears to be made, the situation changes the next day. “There is something wrong with them. Frankly, they are crazy,” he remarked.

While speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One after returning from China, Trump also said he had not personally favored a ceasefire but agreed to it at the request of other nations. He described the ceasefire as “a favor to Pakistan.”

The U.S. president once again praised Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, calling both men “remarkable personalities.”

Trump further described his China visit as successful and historic. Addressing media at the White House after the trip, he said the United States and China had reached “great trade agreements” and maintained strong relations.

Earlier, Trump told journalists that he would not oppose suspending Iran’s nuclear program for 20 years, provided Tehran showed genuine commitment. He also revealed that discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping included nuclear arms reduction and the Taiwan issue.

According to Trump, there has been no change in U.S. policy toward Taiwan, adding that he does not believe a conflict over Taiwan is imminent. He also noted that, for now, no approval has been granted for supplying weapons to Taiwan.