The administration of President Donald Trump has presented Iran with a new nuclear deal proposal that would allow limited uranium enrichment on Iranian soil for civilian purposes, marking a significant shift from public U.S. statements, Axios reported, as relayed by Rks News.
According to sources familiar with the classified document, the proposal allows Iran to maintain low-level enrichment capacities at above-ground facilities, under strict monitoring by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). In contrast, underground facilities would be rendered non-operational for a defined period.
This proposal contradicts prior statements by White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who had called for zero enrichment and complete dismantlement of Iran’s nuclear program. The new offer reflects greater flexibility and concessions toward Tehran.
Nonetheless, the deal outlines strict technological limitations, a ban on advanced centrifuge research, and a robust international inspection regime. Sanctions relief would be conditional on Iran’s compliance with transparency and verification standards.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed that Tehran is reviewing the offer, expressing concerns over the lack of sufficient guarantees regarding sanctions relief.
Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been warned by U.S. officials not to take military action that could jeopardize the diplomatic process, amid concerns that Israel might strike Iranian nuclear facilities.
A sixth round of negotiations is expected to take place in the coming days.
