Trump pushing Iran to make firmer nuclear commitments in initial deal: Sources
Summary
President Donald Trump is asking Iran to put clear, written promises about its nuclear program in a preliminary deal to help end long-standing tensions. Iran has not yet said if it will accept these terms, and the U.S. is not offering to lift sanctions until Iran follows through on these commitments.Key Facts
- President Trump wants Iran to make specific, written nuclear concessions as part of an initial agreement.
- Iran previously gave only verbal assurances about its nuclear program, which Trump finds insufficient.
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran must commit to negotiating the disposal of its highly enriched uranium and agree to limit or stop uranium enrichment.
- The U.S. and Iran have been negotiating a preliminary memorandum of understanding to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- The draft deal includes Iran's written pledge not to pursue nuclear weapons but lacks detailed promises on Iran’s broader nuclear activities.
- Iran is still reviewing the updated terms and has not indicated acceptance.
- The U.S. is holding off on lifting sanctions or unfreezing Iranian assets until Iran acts on nuclear restrictions.
- President Trump expects Iran to agree to the terms soon, but U.S. officials remain cautious due to possible disagreements within Iran’s government.
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