Is this Donald Trump’s final word? Or did he leave room to negotiate?
Amid concerns that the US had sent mixed signals in its outreach to Iran for a peace accord, NBC’s Kristin Welker asked Trump directly about his “bottom line” with Tehran. Would Iran be allowed to pursue nuclear development if limited to civilian purposes? Absolutely not, Trump replied … mostly:
Trump on Iran nuclear program: “Total dismantlement—that’s what we want.” pic.twitter.com/2Z5ZLPE3aI
— Amichai Stein (@AmichaiStein1) May 4, 2025
Trump’s remarks in an “Meet the Press” interview aired Sunday are the first time he’s publicly announced the ambitious goal since nuclear talks began with Iran a month ago.
- GOP senators, evangelical leaders and other Trump supporters have called on the president in recent days to make his position clear regarding Iran’s nuclear program.
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