ALBAWABA - On Monday, Axios released a report citing American officials who said that U.S. President Donald Trump offered to release Tehran's frozen funds and is willing to ease sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Axios said on Monday that "Trump is willing to give Iran sanctions relief and release Iranian frozen funds in return for concrete Iranian steps regarding the nuclear program"
The American news outlet cited U.S. officials. However, the president posted on Truth Social, denying everything mentioned in the report.
Supporters of Hezbollah hold up portraits of slain leaders Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine during a ceremony held to mark the 2nd anniversary of Nasrallah's killing, in Beirut on September 27, 2026. Photo by ANWAR AMRO / AFP
At present, the two sides have not agreed on key issues, as Iran is focusing on opening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the U.S. naval blockade. Meanwhile, the U.S. administration wants Iran to agree to nuclear concessions.
On the other hand, Axios said the new American proposal is a glimmer of hope for Tehran and Washington to finally achieve a diplomatic breakthrough, considering that Trump rejected Iran's most recent offer.
The U.S. president denied reports of suggesting that Washington offered to play down sanctions and release Tehran's money. He wrote on Truth Social: "Axios just released a story that “Trump” offered Sanctions Relief and Frozen Funds to Iran. This is untrue. I offered them NOTHING!"
He added, "Axios’ story, like most others, is a HOAX, used only for purposes of satisfying their Trump Derangement Syndrome. They should withdraw this fake story, IMMEDIATELY!"
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