Jimmy Kimmel Criticizes Trump’s Iran Ceasefire and Negotiation Approach

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:30:00 +0200

On April 9, 2026, comedian and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel used his monologue to mock former President Donald Trump’s administration over new negotiations with Iran following a declared two-week ceasefire. Kimmel questioned how the talks could succeed, pointing out the irony of a U.S. government led by figures he compared to religious fanatics dealing with Iran’s theocratic regime. His line, meant to criticize both governments, initially drew little reaction from his studio audience before he brushed it off humorously. Trump’s ceasefire announcement on Truth Social warned that U.S. military forces remained ready for 'lethal prosecution and destruction' unless a 'REAL AGREEMENT' with Iran was reached. Later in the broadcast, Kimmel turned to Fox News coverage, where host Lawrence B. Jones listed Trump’s strict conditions for Iran, including dismantling nuclear facilities and suspending its missile program—none of which had occurred. Fellow commentator Griff Jenkins responded optimistic