Trump signals possible easing of Iran sanctions

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The US has indicated it may consider easing sanctions on Iran following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, with President Donald Trump saying Washington is in discussions with Tehran on both tariff and sanctions relief.

In remarks following the ceasefire, Trump said the two sides had made progress on a number of proposals, suggesting that economic measures could become part of a broader negotiation framework. He noted that discussions on “tariff and sanctions relief” were ongoing, though no specific terms or timelines were disclosed.

The suggestion of tariff and sanctions discussions does not yet amount to a formal policy shift, but it raises the possibility that the US could use phased economic concessions as part of a negotiated settlement. Any easing of sanctions would likely depend on verifiable steps by Iran, particularly on uranium enrichment and compliance with international oversight.