Iran wary of US intent as Trump toughens deal
June 2026 | By Azad News
Ghalibaf demanded tangible results instead of “words and promises”, while Araghchi confirmed both sides are exchanging messages.
Trump proposed further changes to the draft agreement and claimed Iran had agreed to forgo nuclear ambitions.
The IRGC said Tehran remains in a stronger position after shooting down a US drone.
Gas production resumed at three offshore platforms in the South Pars gas field.
Bagher Ghalibaf said Iran does not trust Washington and will only accept agreements based on tangible results.
He said no agreement will be approved until Iran is certain that the rights of its people are protected.
Abbas Araghchi confirmed that talks and message exchanges with the United States are ongoing.
US media reported Trump proposed tougher language on Iran’s nuclear commitments and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Reports said the revised framework was sent back to Iran for consideration, focusing on key points of the deal.
Trump said the US is close to a deal with Iran but warned that rushing negotiations would not produce a good outcome.
He said the main guarantee required is that Iran will not develop nuclear weapons.
He added that Iran’s military had been left relatively untouched during operations.
IRGC commander Yadollah Javani said Iran’s enemies miscalculated and Iran emerged in a stronger position.
He said attempts to destroy Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities and overthrow the government failed.
The IRGC claimed it shot down a US MQ1 drone after it entered Iranian territorial waters.
Iran restored gas production at South Pars after disruptions caused by earlier attacks on facilities.
Production is being routed to other processing plants while repairs continue at damaged facilities.
Iran’s deputy parliament speaker said planning should continue on the assumption that restrictions on ports may remain in place.
This claim is cumulative. This article is a rewritten and summarized version of publicly available news reports.
