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Trump says no rush as US Iran talks stall over nuclear

Published 5 June 2026

Negotiations between the United States and Iran to end a four-month-long conflict have not yet produced a final agreement, with former President Donald Trump stating he is in no hurry to conclude a deal. The talks aim to resolve a war that has disrupted global energy markets and heightened regional tensions.

In a recent interview, Trump emphasized that his primary condition is preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. He stated that while he desires a swift resolution to ease economic pressures like high gasoline prices, rushing the process would be counterproductive. He reiterated that military options remain on the table if a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached. "We're going to make a great deal, otherwise we'll just go back and finish it off militarily," Trump said.

Key U.S. demands, according to Trump's statements, include a permanent Iranian commitment against nuclear weapons development and the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for unrestricted shipping. The strait, a critical global oil transit route, has been subject to a U.S. naval blockade during the conflict, with American forces recently disabling commercial vessels for defying it. Iran, however,...

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