Trump's Global Diplomacy: Balancing Leadership and Alliances

U.S. President Donald Trump reflects on Iranian opposition figure Reza Pahlavi's potential leadership, the possibility of Iran's regime collapse, and the stalemate in Ukraine-Russia negotiations. He critiques Ukrainian President Zelenskiy and defends his Fed involvement. Additionally, Trump discusses his meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-01-2026 06:43 IST | Created: 15-01-2026 06:43 IST
Trump's Global Diplomacy: Balancing Leadership and Alliances
Donald Trump

In an exclusive interview with Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump discussed his views on Iranian political dynamics, highlighting uncertainties surrounding opposition figure Reza Pahlavi's potential to lead Iran. Despite acknowledging Pahlavi's appeal, Trump expressed doubts about his support within Iran.

Trump also addressed geopolitical tensions, attributing the stalemate in Ukraine-Russia negotiations to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. Trump defended his controversial interference in the Federal Reserve and dismissed Republican concerns over the Justice Department's involvement in Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's probe.

As Trump prepares to engage with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, he reflects on his administration's diplomatic strategies and the challenges of forging long-standing international alliances.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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