President Trump Refuses To Lift Sanctions To Negotiate with Iran

The transcript discusses the ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, focusing on sanctions and potential negotiations. Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif expresses openness to negotiations, while President Trump dismisses the idea unless sanctions are lifted. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announces new sanctions following attacks in Iraq, and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo emphasizes the goal of denying Iran resources for its foreign policy. Zarif counters Trump's statements with a tweet urging fact-based policy decisions.

What did Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif say about negotiations with the United States?

What was President Trump's response to Iran's desire to negotiate?

What actions did the Trump administration take regarding sanctions on Iran?

What did Secretary of State Mike Pompeo state as the goal of the administration's campaign against Iran?

How did Zarif suggest President Trump should base his foreign policy comments?