Trump Struggles to Secure a Better Iran Nuclear Deal Than Obama

Iran nuclear deal pressure mounts on Trump

Negotiations to replace the 2015 accord have stalled, leaving the White House in a bind. Trump insists any new framework must end Tehran’s nuclear ambitions, a demand experts say unlikely to win over the Iranians.

Washington’s position mirrors a Reuters assessment that the odds of a ↓ 5% improvement over the Obama-era deal are slim.

“Iran will not concede without reciprocal security guarantees,” a senior diplomat warned.

Critics argue the hardline stance could push Tehran back into clandestine enrichment, raising regional tensions. The AP News reports that Congress may intervene if diplomatic avenues close.