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Trump says US not to allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons

TASS English · 2026-07-18

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• What happened: US President Donald Trump reaffirmed that the United States will not permit Iran to acquire nuclear weapons, following the death of two US military personnel in Jordan during an attack attributed to Iran. • Why it matters: This statement underscores the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, particularly regarding nuclear proliferation and military engagements in the region. • What to watch next: Monitor developments in US-Iran relations, particularly any potential military responses or diplomatic efforts following the recent incidents involving US personnel and Iranian forces.

Trump says US not to allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons The president separately said the death of two US military personnel in Jordan was a "very sad thing"US President Donald Trump© Al Drago/Getty ImagesNEW YORK, July 19. /TASS/. US President Donald Trump reiterated that Washington would not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons. As NewsNation reporter Hannah Brandt quoted him on X as saying, Washington is "never allowing Iran to have a nuclear weapon." Iran has repeatedly said it does not seek to obtain nuclear weapons. The Central Command of the US Armed Forces (CENTCOM) earlier said that two US military personnel in Jordan were killed while repelling an attack from Iran using ballistic missiles and drones. "It’s a very sad thing. We hate to see it happen. It’s in service to our country," Trump said. 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