Former White House National Security Advisor John Bolton alleges Iran strategically manipulated then-President Donald Trump during negotiations leading to the 2015 nuclear deal. In an interview with Euronews, Bolton claimed Iran exploited what they perceived as Trump’s desperation to reach an agreement, securing favorable terms as a result. He characterized the resulting deal as deeply flawed and advantageous to Iran. Bolton, who served as a key advisor to Trump during his first term, asserted that the former president prioritized economic concerns over crucial strategic considerations. He believes this prioritization ultimately weakened the United States’ position. Bolton’s comments offer a critical insider perspective on the contentious nuclear agreement and the dynamics of the Trump administration’s foreign policy approach toward Iran. His assessment reinforces long-held criticisms of the deal from those who believe it did not sufficiently constrain Iran’s nuclear ambitions.