Iran dismisses Donald Trump’s enriched uranium claim, says ‘no such deal’ exists

Iran has rejected claims by Donald Trump that it has agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium, with officials asserting that no such arrangement has been discussed.

Sources close to Iranian leadership, including those linked to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said there has been no negotiation involving the transfer of nuclear material to the United States. Another source dismissed the claim as “untrue,” adding that talks have yet to see any significant breakthrough.

Trump Claims Progress

Trump had earlier suggested that the US and Iran were nearing a deal after weeks of tensions, claiming Tehran had agreed to hand over enriched uranium—referred to by him as “nuclear dust.” He also said there was a strong possibility of an agreement being finalised soon and hinted at a potential diplomatic visit linked to the deal.

No Breakthrough Yet

Iranian sources, however, maintain that negotiations remain inconclusive. Key issues—including uranium enrichment and broader nuclear commitments—are still unresolved, and no agreement has been reached on critical aspects.

They emphasised that any progress will depend on the US meeting Iran’s conditions, details of which have not been made public.

Talks at a Delicate Stage

The conflicting statements highlight the fragile nature of ongoing diplomacy. While Washington has projected optimism, Tehran’s firm denial points to a significant gap between public messaging and the actual status of negotiations.

With tensions still lingering, both sides appear engaged in dialogue—but a final deal, if any, remains some distance away.