Former President Donald Trump expressed optimism that Israel and Iran will soon find common ground, suggesting he may play a mediating role in the escalating Middle East tensions.
On June 15 (local time), Trump posted on his social platform Truth Social that “Iran and Israel must negotiate, and they will ultimately reach an agreement.” He underscored that numerous calls and meetings are already underway to facilitate talks, hinting at his own behind-the-scenes involvement despite feeling underacknowledged for his efforts.
Drawing on his past peacemaking track record, Trump cited his interventions in conflicts between India and Pakistan and between Serbia and Kosovo, noting that he halted hostilities that had verged on full-scale war during his first term. He contrasted this with what he described as “shortsighted decisions” by President Biden that, in his view, squandered long-term prospects—insisting he can rectify the situation.
In an ABC News interview that same day, Trump reiterated America’s capacity to broker peace and revealed he’d spent about an hour on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who he said is “ready to step in as a mediator” and reached out to discuss cooperation. Trump’s comments open the door to potential U.S.–Russia collaboration aimed at de-escalating the Iran–Israel crisis.