Trump administration rejects return to preliminary Iran deal framework – report

The Trump administration has reportedly rejected returning to the framework of a preliminary agreement reached with Iran in June, further complicating prospects for renewed diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran, The Wall Street Journal reported, citing people familiar with the matter.

The White House has also denied that negotiations are currently taking place.

“There are currently no negotiations happening,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News on Thursday, adding that “all options remain on the table.”

President Trump said a day earlier that he was in no hurry to resume talks with Tehran. Asked by Al Jazeera how long the conflict could continue, Trump said he had “no timetable” and was prepared to let the fighting persist for as long as necessary. He also described both US economic pressure and military action against Iran as effective.

Trump on Thursday rejected reports that he was seeking a meeting with Iranian officials to secure an agreement. Writing on Truth Social, he claimed that Tehran—not Washington—was pushing for renewed dialogue and “begging” to make a deal.

Efforts to reach a lasting agreement between the United States and Iran therefore remain stalled. Although US strikes have paused for now, Washington continues to intensify economic pressure on Tehran.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a wide-ranging campaign this week aimed at further isolating the Iranian government and restricting its sources of revenue.

The possibility of renewed military action also remains open. US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said Monday that Washington had not ruled out additional strikes against Iran or operations in the Strait of Hormuz.