Trump Denies Iran Fund, Links Sanctions Relief to Compliance

This statement comes as senior Trump administration officials revealed a framework linking sanctions relief and economic reintegration to strict nuclear oversight and regional security commitments. The agreement establishes a mechanism governing future engagement between Iran and the US, under which Tehran's access to economic opportunities and relief from sanctions would be tied to verifiable cooperation on its nuclear program and a reduction in activities the United States associates with regional destabilisation.

A senior US official stated that the memorandum provides a structure for how negotiations and the relationship will operate in the future, with Iran's access to the global economy dependent on its cooperation. US officials also highlighted an immediate process to restore maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Another senior administration official argued that the framework addresses Iran's support for militant groups and its pursuit of nuclear capabilities, presenting Iranian leaders with a choice between continued economic isolation or gradual reintegration under a stringent verification regime.

The ultimate outcome, officials noted, depends on decisions made in Tehran, with technical discussions expected to begin later in the week. President Trump also stated that psychologically, the United States wants to obtain Iran's enriched uranium to prevent the country from developing nuclear weapons. President Donald Trump indicated that the second stage of the Iran deal is expected to proceed rapidly, though further details were not provided. President Trump indicated that talks with Iran could extend beyond the 60-day mark. President Trump stated that he would send the Iran deal to Congress for review.