Trump suddenly reverses course on Iran peace talks: 'Too much work!'
Donald Trump speaks to a large crowd at "An Address to Young America" an event hosted by Students for Trump and Turning Point Action. (Nuno21 / Shutterstock.com)
April 25, 2026
President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he has cancelled a planned diplomatic mission to Islamabad, Pakistan, characterizing the journey as an inefficient use of time and resources.
"I just cancelled the trip of my representatives going is Islamabad, Pakistan, to meet with the Iranians. Too much time wasted on traveling, too much work!" Trump posted, signaling his impatience with traditional diplomatic protocols.
Trump went further in his criticism of Iranian leadership, characterizing the government as chaotic and internally fractured.
"There is tremendous infighting and confusion within their 'leadership.' Nobody knows who is in charge, including them," he wrote, suggesting that negotiations with Iran lack clear counterparties.
The president also asserted United States superiority in any future talks, despite walking back numerous threats to obliterate Iran's entire civilization.
"We have all the cards, they have none! If they want to talk, all they have to do is call!!!" Trump claimed, placing the burden of diplomatic engagement entirely on Iran while rejecting proactive American efforts.