🔥 In a bold move this Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump cranked up the pressure on Iran by restoring his 'maximum pressure' campaign to prevent Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Signing an executive action in the Oval Office, Trump expressed mixed feelings about the decision. 'So this is one that I'm torn about. Everybody wants me to sign it. I'll do that. It's very tough on Iran,' he told reporters. 'We will see whether or not we can arrange or work out a deal with Iran.'
Despite his hesitation, Trump made it clear that preventing Iran from developing nuclear capabilities is a top priority. 'So, I'm signing this and I'm unhappy to do it, but I really have not so much choice because we have to be strong and firm,' he continued. 'They cannot have a nuclear weapon with me. It's very simple. Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.'
Shortly after, Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Netanyahu, who's been vocal about increasing pressure on Iran, likely saw this move as a step in the right direction. 🎯
When asked about Iran, Trump didn't hold back. He claimed that Iran was left 'in big trouble' at the end of his first term but has become 'very strong right now' due to what he said was failed Middle East policy by the Joe Biden administration.
'We're not going to allow them to have a nuclear weapon. It's very simple,' Trump asserted alongside Netanyahu. 'You know, I signed a very strong proclamation.'
🌐 With tensions heating up, all eyes are on Washington and Tehran to see how this high-stakes game unfolds. Will this 'maximum pressure' strategy lead to a new deal, or will it further escalate tensions in the Middle East? Stay tuned!
Reference(s):
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