Iran and Trump Texting Sweet Nothings While Playing Nuclear Chicken
KEY POINTS
- •Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi contacted White House envoy Steve Witkoff over the weekend to ease tensions.
- •Despite previous U.S. bombings and harsh rhetoric, the two have maintained communication through texts during nuclear negotiations.
- •President Trump announced potential talks but warned military action could precede meetings as protests escalate in Iran.
In the latest episode of 'Will They, Won't They,' Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi slid into White House envoy Steve Witkoff's DMs over the weekend, just as President Trump threatened to Hulk-smash Iran over protests. Despite U.S. bombing nuclear sites last June, these two have been exchanging texts like a politically charged Tinder match since last year. Trump, multitasking from Air Force One on Sunday, hinted at meetings and 'very strong options,' leaving everyone wondering if this is a diplomat dance or just chaotic group texting. Iranian spokesman Baghaei called U.S. messages 'contradictory,' which sounds about right.
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(1 of 3)Trump and Iran keep having one-on-one chats despite bombing ramps and death threats, proving dysfunctional relationships never actually end.
Nothing says global diplomacy like swap meets of cryptic texts while a country faces crackdowns and presidential mood swings.
Iran and the U.S. have better texting game than most couples who ghost after two dates, but stakes are higher than Netflix spoilers.
Source: Axios | Published: 1/12/2026 | Author: Barak Ravid
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