Donald Trump has indicated that Iran may be reconsidering its stance and is now open to negotiating a new agreement. However, he stressed that any potential deal would be rejected outright if it permits Iran to acquire nuclear weapons.
The U.S. president made these remarks during an unscheduled press appearance at the White House, where he addressed growing tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Trump revealed that ongoing discussions have stalled, particularly on issues tied to nuclear development.
He also spoke about developments in the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting that a form of “blockade” has begun to affect maritime activity in the region—an area critical to global oil transport.
Citing a report from Reuters, Trump said Iran had “called this morning” to express interest in restarting negotiations, signaling a possible shift in approach from Tehran.
Reaffirming his administration’s position, Trump told reporters, “Iran will not possess a nuclear weapon.” He added, “We cannot allow a nation to blackmail or extort the world.”
When asked about the impact on oil shipments, Trump maintained that tanker operations remain under control. “Many tankers are entering empty and leaving full; we have significant capacity to manage that,” he said, suggesting that supply chains are still functioning despite the tensions.
He further claimed that 34 vessels successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, describing the figure as the highest recorded since the onset of what he referred to as the “foolish closure.”
