On May 28, 2026, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the United States will not lift sanctions on Iran until the country surrenders all enriched uranium and commits to not pursuing a nuclear weapon. This announcement came during a White House briefing where Bessent filled in for press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Earlier, U.S. officials confirmed an agreement to extend a ceasefire with Iran for 60 days to facilitate negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program, pending President Donald Trump's formal approval. Bessent emphasized that sanctions relief would not be considered until Iran meets specific conditions, including the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the cessation of its nuclear program. He noted that any final decisions would depend on President Trump.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent States No Sanctions Relief for Iran Without Nuclear Compliance
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that sanctions on Iran will remain in place until the country hands over all enriched uranium and agrees to halt its nuclear program. This statement follows the confirmation of a 60-day ceasefire extension to negotiate Iran's nuclear activities, pending President Trump's approval.
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