President Donald Trump reiterated his demand on May 25, 2026, for Iran to hand over its enriched uranium for destruction. He stated that the uranium could be destroyed in the United States, Iran, or another acceptable location as determined by the federal government. Trump expressed this view on Truth Social, emphasizing that the destruction process should be witnessed by the Atomic Energy Commission or its equivalent.
The transfer of Iran's nuclear material has been a significant demand of the U.S. since the onset of the ongoing conflict. Enriched uranium is a material that could potentially be used to develop nuclear weapons. This demand arises amid renewed peace talks, which Trump indicated were progressing, although no agreement has yet been reached.
The discussions have reduced the immediate need for additional U.S. airstrikes against Iran, a consideration Trump had prior to the negotiations. Some Republican lawmakers have expressed skepticism regarding Iran's intentions, with Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) criticizing the idea of a ceasefire, suggesting it would undermine previous military efforts. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) has also voiced doubts about Iran but supports Trump's strategy, advocating for any agreement to include an updated version of the Abraham Accords.
On the same day, Trump called on several Arab nations to join the Abraham Accords, which normalize relations between Israel and certain Gulf states, urging countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, and Jordan to participate.