White House Rejects Iranian State TV “Peace Draft” as Fabricated

WASHINGTON, May 27: The White House has dismissed reports aired by Iranian state television regarding a purported draft memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States, calling the claims “not true” and “a complete fabrication.”

In a statement posted by the White House’s Rapid Response 47 account on X, officials rejected the authenticity of a reported draft proposal circulated by Iranian state media and referenced in a Fox News report.

“This report from Iranian-controlled media is not true and the MOU they ‘released’ is a complete fabrication,” the White House account said. “Nobody should believe what Iranian state media is putting out.”

According to Fox News, the alleged proposal reportedly included demands related to Iran’s nuclear program, future enforcement mechanisms, the release of $20 billion in frozen funds, and provisions tied to the Strait of Hormuz. The report also said several elements conflicted with key US red lines.

Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance reportedly expressed cautious optimism that a deal could still be reached, while stressing that Washington remains focused on securing an agreement Iran would not violate in the future.

Separately, the White House told Al Jazeera that President Donald Trump would only support an agreement that protects American interests and ensures Iran does not obtain a nuclear weapon.

Officials added that Trump’s red lines regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions remain unchanged, although negotiations were said to be progressing positively.

The comments come amid heightened speculation surrounding ongoing indirect negotiations between Washington and Tehran, as Iranian officials and lawmakers continue circulating alleged details of possible future agreements covering sanctions relief, reconstruction funding, maritime security, and nuclear oversight.