Donald Trump seeks ‘total dismantlement’ of Iran nuclear program, open to civilian use
- On May 4, 2025, President Donald Trump called for the total dismantlement of Iran's nuclear weapons program while allowing civilian nuclear energy.
- This demand comes amid stalled diplomatic efforts and the breakdown of the nuclear agreement reached in 2015, driven by concerns that Iran could pursue nuclear weapons development.
- Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized preventing Iran from having a nuclear bomb while signaling openness to peaceful nuclear programs.
- Trump insisted that only the complete elimination of Iran's nuclear program is acceptable and cautioned that even peaceful nuclear activities carry the risk of escalating into armed conflict.
- The administration’s stance indicates that while it may permit Iran to maintain a peaceful nuclear program with rigorous safeguards, it remains firmly opposed to any development of nuclear weapons.
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Trump Vows to Pursue ‘Total Dismantlement’ of Iranian Nuclear Program
US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters at the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 23, 2025. Photo: REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque US President Donald Trump said his goal is to achieve the complete “dismantlement” of Iran’s nuclear program during a Sunday interview on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” Trump made the comments during a sit-down discussion anchor Kristen Welker. “Total dismantlement. Yes, that is all I would accept,” Trump told Welker re…
Trump: Iran Must Dismantle Its Nuclear Program, 'Nothing Less'
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