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Trump says Iran talks 'make no difference', attends UFC fight in Miami
April 12, 2026
Middle East Eye
Trump says Iran talks 'make no difference', attends UFC fight in Miami US President Donald Trump said it “makes no difference to me” whether a deal is reached with Iran, as negotiations continued in Islamabad. Trump made the comments before travelling to Miami to attend a UFC event, where he was seen speaking briefly with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
CNN reported that the two appeared to exchange a few words before Trump turned to the crowd behind him and pumped his fist while smiling. The comments and appearance come as negotiations with Iran continue during a fragile ceasefire. Vice President JD Vance is leading the US delegation and is expected to hold a news conference after more than 15 hours of talks.
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