Trump Says Iran Agreed to Forgo Nuclear Weapons as Tehran Calls Claim Misleading
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Updated · CNBC · Jun 3
Trump Says Iran Agreed to Forgo Nuclear Weapons as Tehran Calls Claim Misleading
3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Jun 3
Summary
Trump said in a podcast interview that Iran had agreed not to have nuclear weapons, while adding Tehran could still “change their mind.”
An Iranian official told CNBC the claim was misleading, saying Iran has long been bound by the NPT and has never sought nuclear arms.
Marco Rubio told senators Tuesday that talks are still underway and Iran is now willing to negotiate aspects of its nuclear program that it previously refused to discuss.
Nearly 100 days into the war, ceasefire talks remain stalled and messaging from Washington and Tehran has repeatedly conflicted over whether contacts are continuing.
Oil stayed elevated below $100 as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed; Trump said a blockade lasting through Labor Day was possible but unlikely.
Iran's blockade is crippling more than just oil. Will the global food or the technology supply chain collapse first?
The U.S. is winning militarily but crippling the global economy. Is this a strategic victory or a catastrophic miscalculation?
U.S.-Iran Tentative Agreement in 2026: Nuclear Hurdles, Regional Mediation, and Global Market Impact
Overview
As of June 3, 2026, the United States and Iran are considering a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire and start new nuclear talks, but the process is fragile. The latest draft is still under review by Iran’s internal system and has not been finalized or accepted by Iranian leaders. This internal review is a major hurdle, as U.S. negotiators must work with Iranian counterparts who need approval from their own political framework. The Iranian team’s ability to negotiate depends on reaching internal consensus, and with no public details about the agreement’s provisions, the outcome remains uncertain and at risk.