Trump’s constant hostility to Iran has made it politically impossible for anyone in the Iranian government to consider negotiating with the U.S.: But even reformers accept that national pride dictates that Mr Trump tirades against Iran makes it ever more difficult for the government to even consider talks with the US. It is poisonous to
Trump Administration Gives Iran a Choice: Defiance or Humiliating Surrender
Like any other self-respecting government, the Iranians are choosing defiance.