Trump Says Deal With Iran Possible 'Within Weeks,' But Two Key Sticking Points Remain

May 7 President Trump said a deal with Iran is expected “within a week,” but Tehran has not yet accepted two core U.S. demands. Iran stated it is reviewing the U.S.-proposed ceasefire plan and will respond to the U.S. via mediators like Pakistan. The U.S. has demanded Iran halt its nuclear program, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, send its highly enriched uranium to the U.S. and shut down its underground nuclear facility. Trump noted “very good discussions” between the two sides over the past 24 hours, adding the probability of a deal is “very high.” Iranian officials and lawmakers have criticized the proposal, calling it “more a list of American wishes than reality.” Iranian legislators said the U.S. cannot achieve through war what it cannot get at the negotiating table. Trump also renewed threats, saying if Iran rejects the deal, the U.S. will “carry out bombings.” He added even if oil prices rise to $200 a barrel, the war is “worth it.” U.S. gasoline prices are currently at their highest level since 2022.