Trump Demands Iran Fully Dismantle Nuclear Program

US President Donald Trump has publicly insisted on the complete dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program, rejecting any compromise that allows Iran a civilian nuclear capability, though he indicated some openness to negotiation. This marks the first explicit statement of such a stance by Trump since renewed US-Iran nuclear talks began a month ago, following pressure from GOP senators and supporters. Diplomatic negotiations have since stalled, with a planned round of talks in Rome postponed and no new date set. Trump warned of catastrophic consequences if Iran acquires nuclear weapons and stated that military action, possibly led by Israel, remains an option if diplomacy fails. The shifting regional landscape, including weakened Iranian defenses, has complicated efforts to achieve a diplomatic breakthrough.