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Claim: A Facebook blog, Born 2 Blog, claimed that Donald Trump has proposed a $30 billion plan to Iran for developing civilian nuclear infrastructure, with funds coming from Gulf allies, as part of secret negotiations.
Verdict: False. Donald Trump hasn’t proposed such a $30 billion plan to Iran for civilian nuclear infrastructure. The U.S. President himself refuted this in his Official Truth Social as “Hoax and fake news,” and no reputable or official sources corroborate it.
Full Text
A Facebook post shared by Born 2 Blog claimed that U.S. President Donald Trump is back at the negotiation table with Iran, floating a mysterious $30 billion proposal aimed at building civilian nuclear infrastructure funded by Gulf allies. According to the post, Trump’s initiative was allegedly connected to easing sanctions and secret contacts through back channels in Qatar and Oman, presenting it as part of a strategy to build his legacy amidst Iran’s ongoing war with Israel.
The post further suggested that this proposal was being framed as civilian rather than related to bombs, yet suspicious because of Iran’s nuclear history. The story tapped into long-running tensions between Iran and the United States, especially after the 2018 U.S. withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear deal and Trump’s recent hardline stance on Iran during its war with Israel.
The claim quickly gained traction across social media and provoked intense discussions, with some users speculating whether Trump had changed his foreign policy position to improve his diplomatic record. Adding to the confusion, CNN published a report citing sources who suggested a discussion had taken place about a $30 billion framework related to nuclear facilities, although it remained unverified. Other outlets picked up the narrative, amplifying speculation and confusion.
These reports, along with the primary claim made by Popular Blog in Sierra Leone, Born 2 Blog, contributed to a widespread debate and raised questions about whether Trump had re-engaged Iran in a significant financial and diplomatic initiative. The story was further complicated by online influencers and partisan commentators who amplified it without providing documentary proof or official records.
Verification
DUBAWA found no credible evidence to support the claim that Donald Trump had offered Iran a $30 billion civilian nuclear infrastructure deal. Instead, Trump directly refuted the allegations on his Truth Social Account, where he posted:
“Who in the Fake News Media is the SleazeBag saying that ‘President Trump wants to give Iran $30 Billion to build non-military Nuclear facilities.’ Never heard of this ridiculous idea. It’s just another HOAX put out by the Fake News to demean. These people are SICK!!!” Trump on Truth Social
Major news organisations, including The Hill, Newsweek, and Times of Israel, confirmed that Trump publicly denied ever proposing such a plan, calling the narrative a “hoax.”
No statements from the U.S Department of State, the National Security Council, or Gulf Regional authorities have supported the existence of this supposed $30 billion proposal. Given its scale, a deal of that magnitude would typically attract global media coverage, which did not happen beyond unverified rumour reporting.
Conclusion
The claim that Donald Trump offered Iran a $30 billion civilian nuclear deal funded by Gulf allies is false. The president debunked the claim on his Truth Social page; no reputable or official sources corroborate it. It is a rumour fueled by speculation and partisan spin rather than any documented or confirmed diplomatic plan.
