Washington: US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that there is a "very good chance" of reaching an agreement with Iran before his upcoming trip to China. Speaking to PBS, Trump expressed optimism about the potential for a deal, noting that while it would be "ideal" to finalize an agreement before his visit to Beijing on May 14-15, it is not a strict necessity.

According to Anadolu Agency, Trump emphasized that if negotiations with Iran fail, the US would revert to its previous approach, which includes resuming a heavy bombing campaign. He mentioned that while it is "unlikely" he would dispatch envoys for final discussions, a formal signing ceremony could be arranged at an undecided location if both parties reach an agreement.

The terms of the potential deal, as outlined by Trump, require Iran to transfer its highly enriched uranium stockpile to the US and halt operations at its underground facilities. Trump made it clear that a freeze on Iranian enrichment at 3.67% would not be included in the agreement. He reiterated his stance by stating, "If they agree, it's over, and if they don't agree, we bomb," explicitly rejecting reports that the deal would permit Iran to maintain 3.67% enrichment.

On the topic of economic measures, Trump indicated that a successful deal would lead to easing sanctions on Iran, which would consequently eliminate the necessity to sanction Chinese banks for purchasing Iranian oil. This resolution could simplify discussions on oil trade during his upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

In a post on his social media platform Truth Social earlier on Wednesday, Trump mentioned that if Iran complies with the agreed-upon terms, the war would conclude, and the current naval blockade would be lifted. This would allow the Strait of Hormuz to be "open to all, including Iran."