Trump Demands Edits to Iran Nuclear Deal, Extending Negotiations

President Donald Trump has requested several amendments to the draft nuclear deal with Iran, signaling a potential extension of negotiations. He is particularly focused on strengthening clauses related to Iran's nuclear material disposal and enrichment limits.

Sun May 31 2026

Trump Seeks Amendments to Iran Nuclear Deal Draft

President Donald Trump has requested several amendments to the draft nuclear deal his envoys negotiated with Iranian counterparts during a Situation Room meeting on Friday, according to a senior administration official and a second briefed source. Trump aims to finalize the deal soon but is keen to strengthen several points important to him, particularly regarding Iran's nuclear material. This request has initiated another round of back-and-forth between the parties, which could last several days.

Focus on Nuclear Program and Strait of Hormuz

Trump has instructed his team to make changes to clauses concerning Iran's nuclear program. The current memorandum of understanding includes a commitment from Iran not to pursue nuclear weapons but lacks specific concessions beyond that. It outlines a 60-day window to negotiate on Iran's nuclear commitments and U.S. sanctions relief, with initial discussions focusing on disposing of Iran's enriched uranium stockpile and limiting further enrichment. Trump seeks more specifics on how the U.S. will acquire the material and its timing. The second source also noted Trump's desire to amend some wording surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

*Source: Axios (2026-05-31)*

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