Trump administration exploring $30 billion civilian nuclear deal for Iran

preCharge News POLITICS — The Trump administration has recently discussed a controversial new proposal to offer economic relief to Iran in exchange for halting its uranium enrichment program, according to three sources with direct knowledge of the matter.

The plan would involve unfreezing up to $30 billion in Iranian assets, allowing regional nations to support Tehran’s development of a civilian nuclear program.

This tentative plan represents a stark departure from Trump’s prior stance, when he withdrew from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and imposed sweeping sanctions.

Reversal From 2018 Policy: From “Lifeline of Cash” to Nuclear Assistance

White House quietly considers lifting sanctions as regional tensions escalate

If enacted, the proposal would restore a significant portion of economic benefits Iran lost after the U.S. exited the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

In 2018, Trump denounced the Obama-era deal, saying it funneled cash into Iran’s hands, emboldening its regional proxies and nuclear ambitions.

Sources say the administration’s evolving view is driven in part by a desire to de-escalate Middle East tensions and prevent a broader war following Iran’s confrontations with Israel.

Trump Publicly Rejects Proposal, Calls It a “Hoax”

Truth Social post distances president from internal discussions

Despite internal talks, President Trump on Friday night denied any knowledge of the proposal, dismissing it on Truth Social as “just another HOAX put out by the Fake News.”

“I never heard of this ridiculous idea,” he wrote. “The sanctions are BITING!”

Earlier that day, however, Trump had suggested that sanctions relief was under consideration, stating that Iran had a “much better chance at a full, fast, and complete recovery.”

Khamenei Declares Victory Over Israel; Trump Responds With Fury

Iranian Supreme Leader fuels backlash with televised speech

On Iranian state television Thursday, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei declared victory in the war with Israel, sparking outrage from Trump, who labeled the remarks “foolish” and “a lie.”

“Wouldn’t you think they want to meet me?” Trump asked reporters. “They’re not stupid people.”

Khamenei, in a fiery speech, said Iran had delivered “a hand slap to America’s face,” warning that the Islamic Republic’s retaliation could be repeated.

Diplomatic Confusion: Trump Says Iran Still Wants to Negotiate

President doubles down on willingness to meet despite fiery rhetoric

Later Friday, Trump claimed Iran was still open to negotiations and that a meeting would happen “quickly.”

Speaking from the Oval Office during a meeting with the foreign ministers of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Republic of Rwanda, Trump reaffirmed his view that sanctions were effective and that Iran had no real choice but to talk.

Future of U.S.-Iran Policy Remains Unclear

Internal administration divide emerges over how to handle Tehran

While some officials see the economic proposal as a potential diplomatic breakthrough, others view it as a dangerous appeasement that could unravel Trump’s legacy of “maximum pressure” on Iran.

The possibility of reviving frozen assets and allowing nuclear development—albeit civilian—is reigniting debate over America’s long-term strategy in the Middle East.

Whether Trump’s denial marks a final rejection or a negotiating tactic remains uncertain. But one thing is clear: U.S.-Iran relations are again at a critical inflection point.