President Donald Trump spoke positively about Iran on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, June 24, saying Tehran is complying with key American demands following months of tensions and negotiations.
Trump made the remarks after a closed-door meeting with Senate Republicans. He pointed to recent progress in talks with Iran as a factor that helped lower oil prices and supported the U.S. economy.
Trump Says Tehran Is Complying With U.S. Demands
“Our job numbers are incredible,” Trump said. “I see that oil just broke the $70 number. Who would have thought that would happen? Iran is being very nice. They’re agreeing to everything that I want, and they have to, otherwise we just go back and do what we have to do.”
The comments come as the United States and Iran continue talks after recently reaching a framework agreement to ease immediate tensions.
What the U.S.-Iran Framework Agreement Includes
Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan helped broker the deal, which includes steps to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted shipping traffic. Tehran has agreed to clear mines from the waterway, a critical route for global oil supplies.
U.S. officials described the pact as a memorandum of understanding that sets up a 60-day period for further talks.
It aims to end active hostilities, including related fighting in Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah, and address Iran’s nuclear program.
The agreement allows limited sanctions relief contingent on Iranian actions, with frozen assets remaining under strict controls for now.
Trump has long pushed for Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions and stop supporting proxy groups in the region.
Recent developments show Tehran making concessions on the nuclear front and maritime access after U.S. pressure, including sanctions and military actions earlier this year.
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Oil prices have dropped sharply from their highs earlier in the year when the war broke out. The fall to around $70 a barrel has eased some inflation worries and helped consumers at the gas pump.
A fully reopened Strait of Hormuz could add millions of barrels of oil to world markets daily. That prospect has already helped drive prices lower.
Economists say lower energy costs could help keep inflation in check and support consumer spending. That would add to the positive jobs data from May, where gains came in leisure and hospitality, health care, and government sectors.
The May jobs report showed the economy added 172,000 nonfarm positions, beating expectations. Unemployment held steady at 4.3 percent.
Trump highlighted those figures as proof that his policies are working, even in the midst of global uncertainties.
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The Trump administration officials credit the Iran moves for much of the stability in energy markets.
The positive tone from Trump denotes a shift from months of confrontation and endless threats.
Earlier this year, the two sides traded strikes, with U.S. forces targeting Iranian assets and Iran responding in kind. Negotiations picked up pace in recent weeks, leading to the current roadmap.
Lawmakers from both parties have reacted differently since the war started, all the way to the current ceasefire.
Some Republicans praised the administration for using leverage to get results without a wider war. Democrats have shown caution, saying any final deal must include strong verification measures on Iran’s nuclear sites.
White House officials said the current Iran framework is not a full peace treaty but a starting point.
Key Challenges Remaining in Nuclear Negotiations
Technical talks are underway in Switzerland on issues such as uranium stockpiles and enrichment limits.
Iran has repeated its stance against building nuclear weapons, though differences remain on how to validate compliance.
Further details on the final nuclear arrangements are expected in the next 60 days. As it stands, the attention remains on keeping the ceasefire and implementing the initial steps.
