'They’ve agreed to that': Trump claims Iran accepted nuclear condition

US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, expressing confidence that negotiations between Washington and Tehran are moving in the right direction despite significant differences remaining between the two sides.

Trump's remarks came as reports emerged that the US had sent a revised proposal to Iran containing tougher conditions than those included in an earlier framework agreement.

The changes could complicate efforts to secure a comprehensive deal aimed at formally ending the conflict in West Asia and reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz route.

While details of the amendments have not been disclosed, Trump has repeatedly said that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and restoring normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remain his top priorities.

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Trump sees progress, Iran remains cautious

Speaking in a TV interview with his daughter-in-law Lara Trump on her Fox News program on Saturday night, Trump said that he had received assurances that Iran would not pursue nuclear weapons.

"The one guarantee that I have to have is that there will be no nuclear weapons. They've agreed to that, and it was very interesting," he said.

However, according to an AFP report, Iranian officials have questioned several of Trump's claims regarding the negotiations, indicating that major disagreements still need to be resolved.

Tehran has maintained that any broader agreement must include the release of approximately $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets before substantive discussions can advance.

Iran has also rejected suggestions that the country's stockpile of enriched uranium would be eliminated under a future deal.

Another point of contention is the regional dimension of the negotiations. Iran has insisted that Lebanon should be included in any final settlement, particularly as fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah continues.

Security concerns persist

Despite diplomatic efforts, tensions remain high. Trump adopted a more measured tone regarding the pace of negotiations but warned that alternative options remain available if diplomacy fails.

His comments echoed remarks by US defence secretary Pete Hegseth, who said during a defence forum in Singapore that Washington retains the capability to resume military operations if necessary.

Although a temporary ceasefire agreed in April significantly reduced hostilities, isolated incidents have continued. Iranian state media recently reported that the country's Revolutionary Guards shot down a US military drone near Iranian territorial waters, although the United States has not confirmed the claim.

Strait of Hormuz remains central issue

The negotiations are also focused on restoring normal traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy shipping routes. Disruptions in the waterway have raised concerns about global oil supplies and energy prices.

However, differences remain over what a final agreement would include. According to the report, Iranian lawmakers are reportedly considering legislation aimed at strengthening the country's authority and oversight over the strategic waterway.

As both sides continue negotiations, uncertainty remains over whether a final agreement can be reached in the coming weeks.