Trump: Iran Cannot Possess a Nuclear Weapon Under Any Circumstances

jordan pulse : U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Monday that the primary goal of the United States has been, and will always remain, preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon under any circumstances.
Writing in a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: 'The number one Goal is, and always will be, that Iran cannot have, in any way, shape, or form, a Nuclear Weapon.'
Trump's remarks come as diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions between the United States and Iran remain stalled, amid ongoing disagreements between the two sides over reaching an understanding, coinciding with continued tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump had pledged to intensify economic pressure on Iran, at a time when his administration is considering additional options to tighten sanctions on Tehran, including measures targeting entities that facilitate Iranian oil trade.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated on Monday that negotiations with the United States have not commenced due to what he described as Washington's violation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two sides, emphasizing that Tehran does not make decisions under the pressure of deadlines or ultimatums.
Baghaei explained that the timeframe mentioned in the memorandum was designated for negotiations on lifting sanctions and the nuclear file, denying that it specified a 60-day deadline, and accusing the United States of breaching its provisions just a few weeks after its signing.
He added that Pakistan and Qatar are exerting efforts to calm the situation, noting that there is no other mediator, and highlighting ongoing contacts with Doha and its role in de-escalation efforts.
Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the spokesperson confirmed that negotiations with the Sultanate of Oman are continuing to establish a mechanism to secure navigation, holding 'illegal' U.S. actions responsible for the lack of security in the strait.
Baghaei further stated that 'sabotage efforts' by certain parties contributed to prolonging negotiations, asserting that 'Iran's steadfastness has thwarted the enemies' calculations.' He also noted that Tehran has been tracking the fate of pilots in Qatar since the early days, regarding their issue as a 'serious and important' demand.
Monday, August 17, marks the expiration of the 60-day deadline specified in the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to reach a final agreement between Iran and the United States, without resulting in the resumption of direct negotiations or an agreement on its extension, amid persistent disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. naval blockade on Iran.
Tehran and Washington signed the 14-point memorandum of understanding on June 18, which stipulated ending the war and reaching a final agreement within 60 days—extendable with the consent of both parties—along with the gradual lifting of the U.S. naval blockade, securing commercial ship transit in the Strait of Hormuz, granting waivers for Iranian oil exports, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
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U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Monday that the primary goal of the United States has been, and will always remain, preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon under any circumstances.
Writing in a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said: 'The number one Goal is, and always will be, that Iran cannot have, in any way, shape, or form, a Nuclear Weapon.'
Trump's remarks come as diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions between the United States and Iran remain stalled, amid ongoing disagreements between the two sides over reaching an understanding, coinciding with continued tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump had pledged to intensify economic pressure on Iran, at a time when his administration is considering additional options to tighten sanctions on Tehran, including measures targeting entities that facilitate Iranian oil trade.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated on Monday that negotiations with the United States have not commenced due to what he described as Washington's violation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between the two sides, emphasizing that Tehran does not make decisions under the pressure of deadlines or ultimatums.
Baghaei explained that the timeframe mentioned in the memorandum was designated for negotiations on lifting sanctions and the nuclear file, denying that it specified a 60-day deadline, and accusing the United States of breaching its provisions just a few weeks after its signing.
He added that Pakistan and Qatar are exerting efforts to calm the situation, noting that there is no other mediator, and highlighting ongoing contacts with Doha and its role in de-escalation efforts.
Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the spokesperson confirmed that negotiations with the Sultanate of Oman are continuing to establish a mechanism to secure navigation, holding 'illegal' U.S. actions responsible for the lack of security in the strait.
Baghaei further stated that 'sabotage efforts' by certain parties contributed to prolonging negotiations, asserting that 'Iran's steadfastness has thwarted the enemies' calculations.' He also noted that Tehran has been tracking the fate of pilots in Qatar since the early days, regarding their issue as a 'serious and important' demand.
Monday, August 17, marks the expiration of the 60-day deadline specified in the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding to reach a final agreement between Iran and the United States, without resulting in the resumption of direct negotiations or an agreement on its extension, amid persistent disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. naval blockade on Iran.
Tehran and Washington signed the 14-point memorandum of understanding on June 18, which stipulated ending the war and reaching a final agreement within 60 days—extendable with the consent of both parties—along with the gradual lifting of the U.S. naval blockade, securing commercial ship transit in the Strait of Hormuz, granting waivers for Iranian oil exports, and releasing frozen Iranian assets.
Website: Rum Online