Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again called on Iran and Israel to “make a deal,” amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a recent interview with Fox News, Trump emphasized the importance of diplomatic resolution, suggesting that peace could be achieved if both nations chose to negotiate.
Reinforcing his self-proclaimed role as a global peace broker, Trump also reiterated his earlier claim of playing a key part in the 2021 ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. While India has never officially confirmed his involvement, Trump stated that his administration facilitated backchannel efforts that helped reduce cross-border hostilities between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
The 2021 agreement between India and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to the 2003 ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The ceasefire brought relative calm to a volatile border, following years of tension, especially after the 2019 Pulwama attack and the subsequent Balakot airstrikes.
While Trump’s statement about Iran and Israel was vague in detail, it echoes his past attempts to position himself as a peacemaker, notably during negotiations with North Korea and the Abraham Accords signed between Israel and several Arab states.
The former President’s remarks come as he intensifies campaign efforts for the 2024 U.S. elections, where foreign policy is expected to be a key discussion point. Though met with skepticism internationally, Trump’s claims continue to generate headlines and spark debate.
