Trump returns Iran peace draft with stricter conditions, extending negotiations amid concerns over nuclear obligations and financial relief
President Donald Trump revised a proposed peace agreement with Iran, introducing stricter conditions following a meeting with advisers at the White House on Friday.Negotiations will continue for at least another week as the revised draft has generated significant debate among officials.
Iran peace talks
Trump’s adjustments emphasize Iran’s nuclear obligations and the need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Concerns were raised about unfreezing Iranian assets, with Trump drawing comparisons to financial exchanges made during the Obama administration.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump asserted that Iran must commit to never developing nuclear weapons and that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz should remain toll-free.
A White House official indicated that the revisions were intended to motivate Iran to adhere to the current negotiations rather than propose a new framework.
Despite promises of a “final determination,” the meeting concluded without a clear decision on the agreement.
Iran’s chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, rebutted the proposed terms, insisting that Iran would not endorse any deal without assurances for its interests.
Ghalibaf stated that Iran’s rights would not be secured through dialogue alone, further emphasizing Tehran’s lack of trust in verbal agreements.
The current draft proposes a 60-day ceasefire, gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and discussions on Iran’s nuclear program.
In return, the U.S. would alleviate some naval blockades, yet substantial disagreements remain over financial relief, which Trump has firmly opposed.
Iran’s economy continues to face significant challenges, with predictions indicating potential negative growth and an increase in poverty levels.
🚨 PRESIDENT TRUMP ON IRAN: “WE’RE CLOSE TO A VERY GOOD DEAL”
President Trump on the Iran negotiations:
“We’re close to a very good deal. If you’re going to be in a hurry, you’re not going to make a good deal, and slowly but surely, we’re getting, I think, what we want — and if… pic.twitter.com/6qloyCRqDl
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Ongoing tensions
The U.S. House will vote on a resolution aimed at limiting Trump’s military actions without Congress’s approval regarding the ongoing conflict.
Senate approval of the resolution highlights bipartisan support for reducing U.S. military involvement after more than two months of unapproved military engagements.
