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Trump Denies Reports of Considering Investment in Iranian Civilian Nuclear Program

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President Donald Trump has reportedly been considering investing up to $30 billion in an Iranian civilian non-enrichment nuclear program, but denied the reports, labeling them a "hoax." The news comes after a CNN exclusive published on Thursday, citing sources within the Trump administration, revealed secret diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran aimed at reviving the nuclear deal. The administration is also considering lifting some sanctions to allow Iran to access $6 billion it has in foreign bank accounts.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Trump administration is contemplating investing up to $30 billion in an Iranian civilian non-enrichment nuclear program, according to four sources.
  • The administration is considering lifting some sanctions to allow Iran to access $6 billion it has in foreign bank accounts.
  • Trump administration officials suggest that U.S. allies in the Gulf states could foot the bill for the nuclear program.
  • President Trump has repeatedly denied the reports, labeling them a "hoax" and accusing the media of perpetuating a lie.
  • CNN anchor Abby Phillip has been a target of Trump's criticism, with the president labeling her "3rd rate" and saying that she has no idea what she is talking about.
  • The U.S. and Iran will hold talks next week, with Trump stating that a new nuclear deal may not be necessary.
  • The U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, has stated that the U.S. seeks a "comprehensive peace agreement" with Iran, including a non-enrichable civil nuclear program.

Statistics:

  • Up to $30 billion: the amount the Trump administration is contemplating investing in an Iranian civilian non-enrichment nuclear program.
  • $6 billion: the amount Iran has in foreign bank accounts that the administration is considering allowing access to through lifted sanctions.
  • 2017: the year Abby Phillip was hired by CNN.
  • 2025: the year in which Trump administration officials claim the U.S. and Iran began secret diplomatic talks.

Sources:

  • (https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/26/politics/us-iran-talks-nuclear-program)
  • (https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114758683463390427)
  • (https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114758739525947038)
  • (https://www.thedailybeast.com/donald-trump-accuses-cnn-sleazebags-of-perpetrating-a-hoax/)

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