'No money is changing hands': Trump rejects $20 billion Iran 'nuclear dust' deal claim
Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM · By TOI World Desk
Following Operation Epic Fury, Donald Trump announced significant breakthroughs, claiming Iran's nuclear program has been suspended and the Strait of Hormuz reopened. He stated the US will secure "nuclear dust" without financial exchange, asserting Iran's nuclear ambitions are shut down and a broader conflict-ending deal is nearing completion.