President Donald Trump said on May 7, 2026, that negotiations toward a new nuclear deal with Iran are "constructive" [1].
The statement signals a cautious attempt to restart diplomatic constraints on Iran's nuclear program while avoiding the perceived pitfalls of previous agreements. By emphasizing a slow pace, the administration aims to ensure the final terms are durable and strictly limit Tehran's capabilities.
Trump posted the update on Truth Social, saying that "both sides must take their time to get it right" [1]. He said that "Tehran must understand they cannot have a nuclear weapon" [1].
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio also addressed the status of the talks. Rubio said that "significant progress has been made, but there is still work to do" [2].
The diplomatic developments have coincided with volatility in global energy markets. Some reports indicated that optimism regarding a potential deal pushed oil prices down [3]. However, other data showed oil prices rose back above $100 per barrel [4].
The administration's approach suggests a strategy of "maximum pressure" combined with a willingness to negotiate, provided the results are comprehensive. Trump said that time is on the side of the U.S. and that a rushed deal could be detrimental to long-term security goals [5].
These negotiations occur as the international community monitors Iran's compliance with existing monitoring protocols, and the level of its uranium enrichment.
“"Both sides must take their time to get it right."”
The administration is attempting to balance diplomatic flexibility with a hardline stance on nuclear proliferation. By publicly stating that the U.S. will not rush the process, Trump is leveraging time as a strategic tool to force concessions from Tehran while managing market expectations and domestic political pressure regarding the stability of global oil prices.
