Trump Claims Formal Nuclear Deal Offer to Iran

During his recent Middle East tour, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Iran had received a formal American proposal for a new nuclear deal and urged Tehran to act quickly or face negative consequences. Trump indicated that negotiations were progressing and suggested a deal could be reached soon, which contributed to optimism in oil markets. Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, denied receiving any formal offer and criticized U.S. statements as contradictory. Iran maintained its right to peaceful nuclear enrichment and insisted on the removal of U.S. sanctions as a prerequisite for any agreement. Iranian President Pezeshkian condemned the U.S. threats and called for greater unity among Muslim nations. The conflicting accounts underscore persistent tensions and mistrust as diplomatic efforts continue.