In a bold move, U.S. President Donald Trump has reinstated the \"maximum pressure\" campaign targeting Iran, aiming to prevent the nation from developing nuclear weapons. Speaking from the Oval Office on Tuesday, Trump signed an executive action whose full details remain undisclosed, signaling a renewed commitment to stringent measures against Tehran.
Trump expressed mixed emotions about the decision, stating, \"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 emphasized the administration's unwavering stance, asserting, \"Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.\"
This strategic shift comes just before Trump's meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Netanyahu has been a vocal advocate for increased pressure on Iran, aligning with Trump's newly reinstated policies.
Later, during a press session alongside Netanyahu, Trump addressed Iran-related concerns, claiming that Iran was left \"in big trouble\" at the end of his first term. He criticized the Biden administration's approach, attributing Iran's current strengthening to what he described as failed Middle East policies.
Trump concluded by reiterating the administration's commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities, stating, \"We're not going to allow them to have a nuclear weapon. It's very simple.\" This move underscores the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and the complex dynamics of international diplomacy.
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