Trump denies offering Iran sanctions relief, calls report a 'hoax'

President Donald Trump denied on Monday that he offered Iran sanctions relief or frozen funds, calling an Axios report on the matter a "hoax" and stating, "I offered them NOTHING!" in a Truth Social post. Trump's denial followed a report claiming Washington was willing to ease sanctions if Tehran made "concrete progress" on nuclear issues. He also told Axios that further talks with Iran were expected this week, saying Iran "overplayed their hand" and rejected its proposal on the Strait of Hormuz as "unacceptable." A US official said Iran had shown flexibility on nuclear matters, but the two sides remained divided over the timing of commitments. Trump's comments came amid ongoing negotiations, with his administration maintaining a hardline stance.