Trump Threatens US attack On Iran’s nuclear facilities

Trump Reiterates Threats Against Iran’s Nuclear Program

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again underscored the potential for severe repercussions for Iran regarding its nuclear ambitions, including the possibility of military action against Tehran’s nuclear facilities. During a meeting at the White House with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, Trump stated, “They can’t have a nuclear weapon, and they need to act swiftly, as they are fairly close to acquiring one, and that will not be allowed.”

He added, “If we must take drastic actions, we will. This is not only for our benefit but for the world, as these are radicalized individuals who cannot be permitted to possess a nuclear weapon.” When a reporter inquired if such actions could involve an attack on Iran’s nuclear sites, Trump responded affirmatively, saying, “Of course it does.”

The United States, alongside other Western nations and Israel, is committed to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons capabilities. In 2018, during his first term, Trump withdrew the U.S. from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Vienna nuclear deal, which aimed to curtail Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for sanction relief. Following the U.S. exit, Iran also began to abandon its commitments under the agreement.

In recent developments, talks between the U.S. and Iran concerning a new nuclear agreement have resumed after a prolonged stalemate, with Oman serving as a mediator. Trump confirmed the next round of discussions is set for Saturday in Rome, expressing optimism about reaching a resolution he described as “almost an easy” challenge.

Earlier on Monday, Rafael Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), announced plans to visit Tehran later this week ahead of the forthcoming negotiations. According to reports from Iranian media, Grossi is expected to arrive in Tehran on Wednesday. He emphasized on the social media platform X that, “Continued engagement and cooperation with the agency is crucial at this moment as diplomatic solutions are urgently needed.”

Tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program have escalated, notably due to Tehran’s insufficient cooperation with IAEA inspectors and its recent increase in the production of uranium that is near weapons-grade purity.