Trump Says Iran Ceasefire Is Over
Speakers
Donald Trump
— President of the United States
Summary
President Donald Trump declares the ceasefire with Iran is over, calling Iranian leaders 'scum' and liars. He states that Iran broke their deal and claims they would use a nuclear weapon if they had one. Trump says further negotiations are a waste of time despite speaking with negotiators. The remarks were made during a press appearance at the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara.
- Trump unilaterally declares Iran ceasefire over
- Calls Iranian leadership vicious, violent, and untrustworthy
- Asserts Iran would use a nuclear weapon if it obtained one
- Says a prior nuclear deal was publicly denied by Iran immediately after signing
- Dismisses further negotiations as a waste of time despite ongoing talks
