Iran said Friday that transferring its enriched uranium abroad is “unacceptable” after US President Donald Trump stated that Washington will “get” Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium.

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said, “A deal is achievable if our rights and interests are secured,” The Caspian Post reports, citing Anadolu.

Baqaei noted that compensation for damages inflicted on the country would be an important element in negotiations.

He also warned that Iran would take reciprocal measures if the other side fails to uphold its commitments.

Separately, the spokesperson said contradictory statements by US officials regarding the Strait of Hormuz reflect “confusion,” stressing that decisions about the waterway are determined by realities on the ground rather than media narratives.

He added that civilian vessel traffic through the strait is permitted following recent regional developments, in line with decisions by relevant Iranian authorities.

Earlier, Trump said Washington would “get” Iran’s stockpile of enriched uranium, which he has referred to as “dust,” without providing Tehran with any funds.

Baqaei also highlighted that the Islamabad meeting clarified common ground and red lines, adding that there is “no ambiguity in negotiations.”