Trump, 79, Attacks CNN Over Iran Deal Coverage as Network Stands by Report
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Updated · The Daily Beast · Jun 1
Trump, 79, Attacks CNN Over Iran Deal Coverage as Network Stands by Report
3 articles · Updated · The Daily Beast · Jun 1
Summary
45 minutes after a CNN segment on Iran talks, Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that the network falsely said his proposed deal "doesn’t talk about Nuclear."
CNN’s report had said Trump wanted tougher language on Iran’s nuclear commitments and that a draft memorandum could extend negotiations by 60 days while addressing enriched uranium stockpiles and the Strait of Hormuz.
CNN responded with a brief statement — "We stand by our reporting" — as Trump also mocked the network’s ratings and referenced its prospective new ownership.
The clash comes during a ceasefire that began April 8 after a war Trump launched on Feb. 28; he has repeatedly said a peace deal is close, but no formal agreement has been reached.