Trump signaling again that he will negotiate with Iran is a big deal. The stars could be aligning for serious negotiations in a way that has not happened for years. While his signing of a "maximum pressure" order risks upsetting that opening, his signal that he is "torn" on it and hopes it will not be implemented much is an important signal that his interest is not in pressure for pressure's sake, but in leveraging existing sanctions for a deal. Trump focused again on Iran's nuclear program, underscoring that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon, setting a realistic and achievable goal for talks. Iran’s reaction is critical — just as pressure is likely to beget more pressure, it’s important that positive signals are reciprocated on each side. An important balance must be struck. We urge the parties to recognize this opportune moment to break through diplomatic impasse.