Washington, DC – During a congressional picnic, US President Donald Trump affirmed that his country will not allow Iran to possess a nuclear weapon under any circumstances. He emphasized that preventing Tehran from acquiring such a weapon is a “red line” in current US policy.
Trump explained that Washington is relying on a combination of political, economic, and diplomatic pressure to contain Iran’s nuclear program. He also indicated that any progress toward developing nuclear weapons capabilities will be met with even stronger measures. Furthermore, there will be extensive coordination with international allies.
He added that the United States is working to strengthen a unified position with its partners in the region and Europe to prevent any nuclear arms race in the Middle East. He explained that regional stability is directly linked to halting this trajectory.
The US president also stressed that his country is not seeking escalation. However, he affirmed that it will not tolerate any potential threat to global security. He stated that efforts will continue to prevent Iran from altering the balance of power in the region by acquiring nuclear weapons.
These statements come at a time of escalating tensions related to the Iranian nuclear program. In the same context, there are growing international calls to revive the diplomatic track and avoid sliding into further escalation in the region.
