Trump Rejects Leaked Iran Deal Terms
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President Donald Trump publicly rejected reports of a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran on June 12, 2026, characterizing the terms circulated by Iranian state media as “fake news”. In a series of statements, including posts on Truth Social, the President asserted that the details publicized by Tehran have “nothing to do with the terms that were agreed to, in writing” and accused Iranian officials of acting in bad faith, describing them as “very dishonorable people to deal with”. The administration remains confident in reaching a final accord, with senior officials indicating an 80-85% likelihood of signing a deal in the coming days, though they acknowledge that the process is not yet at the finish line.
The controversy stems from conflicting narratives regarding the potential memorandum of understanding (MOU) intended to pause the three-month-old conflict. While Iranian outlets like IRNA claimed the draft terms allowed for the release of frozen assets and left their nuclear program untouched, U.S. officials maintain that any agreement is “performance-based”. According to U.S. sources, the deal under negotiation would prioritize the dismantling of enrichment infrastructure and include a commitment from Iran to cease funding for regional proxies.
Furthermore, the administration insists that no financial assets will be unfrozen until Tehran fully meets its specified obligations.
Despite the heated rhetoric, mediators from countries including Pakistan, Turkey, and Qatar have continued to facilitate discussions. The proposed agreement aims to extend the current ceasefire for at least 60 days and secure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. Tensions remain elevated, however, as U.S. Central Command recently reported shooting down two Iranian attack drones in the region, and both sides continue to exchange public warnings. As the diplomatic “rollercoaster” continues, you can follow live updates on the ongoing U.S.-Iran diplomatic negotiations here.
