Trump’s Patience Runs Out: US Demands Real Nuclear Concessions in 14 Days

As the latest round of high-stakes diplomacy concludes in Geneva, the United States has firmly signaled that the era of open-ended negotiations is over. While both sides have reported a "constructive" atmosphere, the White House has placed a strict two-week deadline on the Iranian regime to move beyond general principles and provide specific, detailed proposals to bridge the remaining gaps. US officials have made it clear that President Donald Trump is not interested in the diplomatic delays of the past, demanding immediate clarity on how Tehran intends to address its nuclear stockpile and ballistic missile capabilities. With the clock now ticking, the next fourteen days represent a critical crossroads that will determine whether a peaceful resolution is possible or if the region moves closer to an inevitable military confrontation.

The Two-Week Ultimatum

The second round of indirect talks in Switzerland ended with a clear directive from the American delegation, led by advisors Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. A senior White House official stated that the United States is not in Geneva to restart a years-long negotiation process, emphasizing that the President’s patience is exceptionally thin. The Iranians have committed to returning within the next two weeks with comprehensive responses to a series of specific points delivered through Omani mediators. These points are believed to focus on the immediate reduction of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile and verifiable limits on their nuclear infrastructure.

The US strategy is built on the premise that previous rounds of talks in early 2025 provided enough groundwork for a final decision. "We want to see something real," a senior American official remarked, adding that Washington is looking for a "tangible" concession, such as the removal of 450 kilograms of 60 percent enriched uranium from Iranian soil. This demand serves as a litmus test for the regime’s sincerity, with the administration warning that any attempt to use the next two weeks for stalling will be met with a swift return to "Maximum Pressure" and potential military action.

Consequences of a Failed Deadline

While the Iranian delegation has spoken of a positive shift in the "principles" of the discussions, the United States remains focused on the military reality if these principles do not translate into action. President Trump has noted that if negotiations are not successful, it will be a "very bad day" for Iran. The presence of the USS Gerald R. Ford and the USS Abraham Lincoln in the region serves as a constant reminder that the military option is not just a threat, but a prepared reality.

In addition to the military buildup, the US is tightening the economic vise. Plans are already in motion to work with Israel to curb Iranian oil exports to China, which currently sustains over 80 percent of the regime's economy. The message from Washington is unambiguous: the next two weeks are not for debate, but for answers. Tehran must now choose between significant nuclear concessions or facing a combined economic and military campaign that the Trump administration warns will be devastating for the Islamic Republic.