Donald Trump has claimed that a new agreement with Iran could be finalized soon, but reports emerging from Tehran are raising major questions about the terms of the proposed deal. According to Iranian media, the draft framework would see Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days. However, the United States is reportedly being forced to make major concessions.
Key Concessions by the US
The leaked draft indicates that Washington would withdraw forces from around Iran, lift restrictions on Iranian ports, release frozen Iranian assets, and ease oil sanctions. These concessions suggest a significant shift in US policy towards Iran.
Nuclear Program Postponed
Notably, negotiations on Iran's nuclear program would be postponed to a later stage. Tehran's ballistic missile program and support for regional armed groups, including Hezbollah and Hamas, would be excluded from the talks altogether. This has drawn criticism from some US allies who view these issues as critical to regional security.
The leak has sparked fresh debate over the transparency and strategic implications of the proposed deal. Critics argue that the US is giving up too much without securing concrete commitments from Iran on its nuclear ambitions and support for militant groups.
