Trump says Iran deal to be signed Sunday, warns of 'ultimate alternative' if talks fail
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced a nuclear agreement with Iran is set for Sunday signing.
- He warned of an "ultimate alternative" if negotiations fail, emphasizing the deal prevents Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- The agreement reportedly includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and no financial payments.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on June 13 that a nuclear-related agreement with Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday. He issued a warning about an "ultimate alternative" should the negotiations collapse, though he did not specify the nature of this option. Trump described the impending deal as a measure that would ensure Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons through any form of procurement.
ultimate alternative
According to Trump's post on Truth Social, the agreement would also lead to the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. He contrasted the proposed arrangement with the 2015 nuclear deal, noting that the new agreement would not involve any financial payments. Trump further claimed that the United States would subsequently address what he termed "nuclear dust" buried deep underground in Iran, referencing past U.S. military actions involving B-2 bombers.
wall to no nuclear weapon
Trump expressed his hope for a swift, easy, and smooth process for the agreement. However, he reiterated the U.S. possession of an "ultimate alternative" if the deal falls apart. The president did not provide further details on what this alternative might entail, leaving its specifics undisclosed.
quickly, easily, and smoothly
Originally published by Arab Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.