US offers $20M reward for Iran nuclear intel as Trump says Tehran wants deal
US Central Command announces a $20 million reward plus possible relocation for information on Iran's nuclear program—facilities, equipment, and scientific personnel. The State Department's Rewards for Justice program says Iran's non-compliance with IAEA safeguards created a "loss of continuity of knowledge" about centrifuge production and inventory.
President Trump claims US forces have effectively destroyed Iran's nuclear program over eight months of conflict, stating "If we didn't hit Iran, you wouldn't have Israel today." But he also says Iran's economy and military are severely damaged and Tehran "wants to make a deal very badly." Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed Tuesday his government still seeks dialogue to resolve the crisis.
Trump mentioned "Pickaxe Mountain" in central Iran as a remaining target—a suspected nuclear site Tehran denies. Diplomatic mediators are working to prevent fighting resumption.
For Nigeria, Middle East instability directly impacts global oil prices. Any escalation could drive prices up, affecting government revenue and domestic fuel costs. A deal could stabilize markets.
Will a US-Iran deal actually hold, or is this pressure tactic ahead of more strikes?