Trump Cautions U.S. Officials: No Rush on Reviving Iran Nuclear Deal
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- May 25, 2026
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Former President Urges Patience, Warns Against Mistakes in Iran Talks
Donald Trump tells current U.S. leaders to take their time and avoid errors as they negotiate a new agreement with Iran, stressing that haste could backfire.
Speaking to reporters in a surprise appearance, former President Donald Trump warned today’s U.S. officials that they should not hurry a new Iran nuclear deal. He said the process must be handled with care, adding that "there can be no mistakes" when dealing with Tehran.
Trump, who walked away from the original 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) after calling it a disaster, emphasized that the stakes are too high for any rushed negotiations. He argued that a hasty agreement could give Iran leverage it doesn’t deserve and could undermine years of U.S. pressure.
"You have to make sure every detail is right," the former president said, pausing before noting that even the Senate should take its time. "Rushing just to get something signed won’t help anyone – it’ll only lead to more trouble down the road."
The comments come as the Biden administration pushes forward with diplomatic overtures, hoping to bring Iran back into compliance with its nuclear obligations. While the White House has framed the effort as a “reset” of ties, Trump warned that any premature move could be a “big mistake” for both security and economic interests.
Trump also hinted that the United States should keep its leverage—namely sanctions—until Tehran fully demonstrates compliance. He suggested that maintaining a firm stance could force Iran to the negotiating table on more favorable terms.
Analysts say Trump’s remarks are unlikely to shift the current administration’s course, but they do add another voice to an already crowded debate over how best to handle Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
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