Trump Claims US and Iran Near Nuclear Deal Amid Tensions
US, Iran 'very close' to a deal on nuclear weapons, says Trump

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US President Donald Trump stated that the US and Iran are close to finalizing a nuclear deal, with Iran conceding it will not pursue nuclear weapons. He emphasized no sanctions will be lifted upfront and warned of military action if an agreement fails.
- 01Trump claims Iran has accepted it will not develop nuclear weapons.
- 02He ruled out lifting any sanctions or unfreezing Iranian assets as part of the deal.
- 03Trump threatened military action if a nuclear deal is not reached.
- 04Iran's Parliament Speaker criticized the US for not committing to dialogue.
- 05The US blockade against Iran reportedly costs the nation $4-500 million daily.
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During an interview, US President Donald Trump announced that the US and Iran are 'very close' to a nuclear deal, highlighting that Iran has conceded it will not pursue nuclear weapons. Trump stated that the negotiations have been ongoing for three months and described the points of contention as minor. He firmly stated that no sanctions would be lifted or Iranian assets unfrozen as part of any agreement. Trump warned that if a deal is not reached, the US would take military action against Iran, emphasizing the need to eliminate nuclear capabilities. He also noted the effectiveness of the blockade on Iran, which he claims costs Iran $4-500 million daily. In response, Iranian Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf accused the US of not being committed to a ceasefire or dialogue, asserting that the US understands only the language of power. Trump's comments come amid rising tensions in the region.
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The ongoing blockade and potential military actions could severely affect Iran's economy and stability.
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