WASHINGTON, Sept 25, 2018 (MENA) - US President Donald Trump tweeted Tuesday that he had no plans to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani at the United Nations General Assembly this week, despite unspecified "requests," adding that he is sure the Iranian president is an "absolutely lovely man." "Despite requests, I have no plans to meet Iranian President Hassan Rouhani," Trump tweeted. "Maybe someday in the future. I am sure he is an absolutely lovely man!" The Hill reported. Rouhani said Monday that he will not meet with Trump during his visit to New York City for the U.N. gathering, citing sanctions the U.S. has placed on Iran. "Naturally, if someone is keen on having a meeting and holding dialogue and creating progress in relationships, that person would not use the tool of sanctions and threats [and bring] to bear all of its power against another government and nation," Rouhani said in interview. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said in a Sunday interview "Meet the Press" that Trump was willing to meet with Rouhani. "I think the president's been pretty clear about that," Pompeo said. "He's happy to talk with folks at any time."