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Trump Issues Ultimatum for Nuclear Deal with Iran

2/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a 10-to-15-day ultimatum to accept a new nuclear deal, warning of severe consequences if talks fail.
The United States builds up in the Middle East, including two aircraft carriers, while Trump weighs limited strikes on Tehran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a draft proposal will be ready soon, and discussions should focus solely on Iran's nuclear program.

History

Historical Context

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), finalized on July 14, 2015, limited Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, capping uranium enrichment at 3.67%. Following the U.S. withdrawal in 2018, tensions escalated as Iran expanded its nuclear activities, raising concerns about its potential to develop nuclear weapons, which could significantly impact global non-proliferation efforts.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a 10-to-15-day ultimatum to accept a new nuclear deal, warning of severe consequences if talks fail.
The United States builds up in the Middle East, including two aircraft carriers, while Trump weighs limited strikes on Tehran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says a draft proposal will be ready soon, and discussions should focus solely on Iran's nuclear program.

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