Donald Trump has allegedly requested modifications to a preliminary Iran war ceasefire agreement formulated by American and Iranian negotiators. The President has outlined a more stringent peace framework and returned the agreement to Tehran for review, according to the New York Times, citing three officials familiar with the talks.

Reportedly, Trump has expressed concerns about certain aspects of the potential deal, particularly regarding the release of funds for Iran. A meeting took place on Friday in the Situation Room where the US President and his top aides deliberated on the agreement’s implications for Iran, but no official statement was issued.

Negotiations surrounding the memorandum of understanding, the document in question, have faced challenges, including Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz, the US blockade of the shipping route, and restrictions on Tehran’s nuclear capabilities.

Iranian officials have emphasized the importance of safeguarding the country’s national interests in any forthcoming agreement with the US. Progress has been made in resolving key issues, with ongoing discussions facilitated by Pakistani mediators.

Critical economic issues are central to the negotiations, according to reports from Al-Jazeera. These include Iran’s frozen assets in the US, requests for a reconstruction fund, and exemptions from bans on oil and petrochemical sales.

Donald Trump has reportedly strengthened the terms of a potential peace deal with Iran, prompting adjustments to the memorandum of understanding, which have been relayed back to Tehran for consideration by three officials cited in the New York Times. Specific alterations to the document have not been disclosed.

The President’s reservations about unfreezing Iranian assets as part of the agreement, coupled with his impatience towards Iran’s response, have led to a revised, more forceful approach to hasten the negotiation process.

The proposed framework would potentially bring an end to the US-Israeli operation in Iran in exchange for Iran’s cooperation in opening the Strait of Hormuz, while aspects such as Iran’s nuclear activities would be deferred for future discussions.