WASHINGTON – In a bold declaration aboard Air Force One, U.S. President Donald Trump ruled out any support for a ceasefire with Iran, insisting that his administration is focused on securing a complete end to Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
Speaking to reporters during his return from an early departure at the G7 summit in Canada, Trump emphasized his position: “I didn’t say I was looking for a ceasefire. A real end means giving up entirely on nuclear weapons.”
The president suggested that talks with Iran might still be possible, revealing that he is considering dispatching U.S. Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff or Vice President JD Vance to engage with Iranian officials. However, he clarified that any such decision would depend on how the situation unfolds once he returns to Washington.
In a striking contrast to U.S. intelligence assessments, Trump claimed that Iran is “very close to having” a nuclear weapon. His remark appears to contradict testimony by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who told Congress in March that Iran was not actively pursuing nuclear arms.
Trump issued a stern warning to Tehran, cautioning against any hostile actions towards American personnel: “I would come down so hard if they do anything to our people.”
He also hinted at continued Israeli military operations in the region, saying: “You’re going to find out over the next two days. Nobody’s slowed up so far.”
Commenting on his earlier call for the evacuation of nearly 10 million residents from Tehran, Trump said the message was driven by a desire to protect civilians.
The president’s remarks mark a sharp turn away from diplomatic restraint, reinforcing Washington’s hardline stance and raising tensions across the Middle East.
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