WATCH: Trump says nuclear inspectors will be able to enter Iran at 'appropriate time'

By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-trump-says-nuclear-inspectors-will-be-able-to-enter-iran-at-appropriate-time Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Trump says nuclear inspectors will be able to enter Iran at 'appropriate time' Politics Jun 23, 2026 3:33 PM EDT President Donald Trump insisted Tuesday that Iran agreed to United Nations watchdog inspections of its nuclear sites, but said there is "no rush." Watch Trump's remarks in the video player above. The president told reporters as he arrived in Pennsylvania that if Iran had not agreed to the inspections, he'd cut off talks with Tehran, saying, "I'd cancel the meetings right now." WATCH: Vance touts progress in Iran talks as U.S. temporarily lifts oil sanctions When asked when the inspections might occur, Trump said: "There's no rush. They'll be on the ground at the appropriate time." Educate your inbox Subscribe to Here’s the Deal, our politics newsletter for analysis you won’t find anywhere else. The president was also asked about Republicans in Congress, including Sen. Ted Cruz, who have been critical of Trump's interim deal to end the war with Iran. WATCH: Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on new rifts between Trump and GOP leaders over Iran "I think anybody that's been critical has to be educated — even if they're friends of mine," Trump told reporters. Critics of the deal, including some Republicans on Capitol Hill, have said the agreement gives Iran significant benefits while getting little immediate in exchange. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now