President Trump has categorically denied reports that he offered Iran sanctions relief in exchange for nuclear concessions, taking to Truth Social to insist "I offered them NOTHING" in response to claims from Axios and CNN. These outlets cited unidentified US officials stating that Trump was willing to ease sanctions and release frozen Iranian funds conditional on Iran demonstrating "concrete progress" on its nuclear programme. The denial occurs amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, with US and Iranian officials holding separate talks with mediators on Monday in a renewed attempt to end the seven-month war.

Iran has responded with dismissal and accusations, with the Revolutionary Guards labelling Trump a "liar" and asserting that America's genuine concern lies not with Iran's nuclear programme but with its regional power and influence. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian indicated that Tehran is prepared for negotiations covering nuclear matters and other issues, though it will not capitulate to what he termed "bullying or coercion". Trump has identified three principal objectives in the conflict: preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, curtailing its ability to threaten regional neighbours, and establishing conditions that might facilitate regime change within Iran.