Trump says Iran should hand over enriched uranium to US for destruction

Former US President Donald Trump called on Iran to surrender its enriched uranium to the United States for destruction or allow its destruction under international supervision at an agreed location. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the uranium as 'nuclear dust' and emphasized the need for oversight by the Atomic Energy Commission or an equivalent body. Trump connected the proposal to expanding the Abraham Accords, a regional peace framework he previously brokered between Israel and Arab nations. He claimed negotiations with Iran were progressing but cautioned that a failed deal could lead to renewed conflict in the Middle East. Trump stated he had discussed the matter with leaders including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The former president urged Saudi Arabia and Qatar to join the Abraham Accords immediately, framing participation as mandatory for countries involved in discussions. He also suggested Iran could eventually join the accords if a peace agreement with the US is reached. Meanwhile, explosions were reported in Iran’s port city of Bandar Abbas and nearby coastal areas along the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media, including Mehr and Tasnim news agencies, stated the cause was unclear and that the situation remained under control, with no immediate threat identified.