Iranian Speaker Warns Trump: Negotiating with Tehran is Not Like a Real Estate Deal
Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf cautions the U.S. President that Iran will not accept pressure tactics and emphasizes that any future agreement must be based on mutual respect and practical results.
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, issued a pointed message to U.S. President Donald Trump regarding potential negotiations between the two nations. Qalibaf clarified that Tehran’s approach to diplomacy is fundamentally different from the world of business, stating that the U.S. President must understand that governing a nation and dealing with international security is not the same as managing a real estate project.
In a televised address, Qalibaf addressed Trump's "Maximum Pressure" policy and his recent demands for a new nuclear agreement. He noted that while Trump often views global issues through the lens of a businessman looking for a deal, Iran views its national interests and sovereignty as non negotiable. According to Qalibaf, any attempt to use economic threats to force Iran into a corner will fail, as it has in the past.
The Iranian official emphasized that Tehran is not opposed to diplomacy in principle, but it will only participate in talks that are based on equality and the fulfillment of previous commitments. He signaled that Iran expects practical benefits, such as the permanent removal of sanctions, rather than just verbal promises. Qalibaf also warned that Iran has continued to develop its domestic capabilities and is now in a stronger position to resist external pressure than it was during Trump's first term.
The statement comes at a time of high tension in the Middle East, with the global community watching closely to see if the Trump administration will choose military escalation or a new diplomatic path. For now, Tehran’s message is clear: if the U.S. wants a deal, it must change its tactics and treat Iran as a sovereign power rather than a business rival.