Trump Action Archive

Supporting reports

• U.S. grants Iran immediate oil sanctions relief under MOU — The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. will allow Iran to immediately begin selling oil and fuel upon signing the MOU this week, providing Tehran with immediate financial incentive and economic windfall. Sanctions waivers on oil sales take effect immediately upon signing and cover banking, transportation, and insurance services. Iran receives upfront sanctions relief with additional relief tied to future performance.
• US to Lift Sanctions on Iran — As part of the draft deal framework, the United States will reportedly lift all sanctions on Iran. These sanctions had been in place since 2012 and had severely impacted Iran's economy. The lifting of sanctions is expected to allow Iran to sell oil freely and significantly boost its economic prospects. This development marks a major policy reversal and a concession by the US in the face of military and economic pressures.
• Iran to Charge Fees on Strait of Hormuz Transit — Iran will reportedly start charging fees on transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. This move is part of the concessions made by the US in the draft deal framework. Charging tolls on international shipping is a significant economic gain for Iran and represents a shift in control over a vital maritime route.
• US and Allies to Pay Iran Reconstruction Fund — The United States and/or its Middle Eastern allies will reportedly pay Iran a $300 billion reconstruction fund as part of the draft deal framework. This payment, equivalent to one year of Iran's GDP, would effectively serve as war reparations. The fund is intended to aid Iran's recovery and economic growth following the conflict.
• US-Iran Draft Deal Framework Revealed — A draft deal framework between the US and Iran has been revealed, indicating that Iran agrees not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons, and both nations agree to halt hostilities across the region, including in Lebanon. Iran will guarantee free and safe commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days. This framework suggests significant concessions by the US, as it effectively marks a retreat from the conflict initiated by the Trump administration. The deal is seen as a capitulation, with Iran emerging in a stronger position both economically and militarily.

Supporting reports

• Trump administration released $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets and granted access to $300 billion more — As part of the Iran agreement, the Trump administration released $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets. Vice President J.D. Vance told CBS that in addition to that $24 billion, Iran will also have access to $300 billion in funds for reconstruction. Trump claimed "no money will exchange hands," but the actual terms involve substantial financial transfers to Iran.
• New Air Force One jet from Qatar enters service — The new Air Force One aircraft, donated by Qatar, became operational. Trump previously stated he wanted to fly on it for the first time en route to Mt. Rushmore on July 3, but the timeline was accelerated. White House Communications Director Steve Cheung announced that Trump flew on the former Air Force One jet for the final time returning from the G7 summit.
• Trump announces use of Qatari government jet as Air Force One replacement — Trump gave a speech in front of a new Qatar Force One jet, which he announced he will use going forward and keep after leaving the White House. Trump stated he asked the Emir if he could use the brand new 747 that Qatar obtained, noting "a normal president wouldn't do that but our country has to be represented properly." He described redesigning the planes in the fleet with red, white, and blue colors to his taste and announced plans for a military flyover featuring F-22s, F-35s, and other aircraft. The bulletin notes this represents Trump's use of a foreign government's aircraft as a personal presidential conveyance.