Former U.S. President Barack Obama faced ridicule and was privately called names for his unsuccessful attempts to negotiate with Iran, according to current President Donald Trump. Trump made the claim while asserting his own unique ability to strike a deal with the Iranian government. He criticized Obama for spending “billions of dollars” on negotiations that ultimately failed to yield positive results. The comments were made as Trump continues to defend his own administration’s policies regarding Iran, which include withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear agreement. Trump did not specify who ridiculed Obama or when these alleged comments were made. The statement highlights the ongoing political divide regarding U.S. foreign policy towards Iran and the legacy of the Obama administration. It underscores Trump’s belief in his own negotiating prowess.