Trump Advocates Caution In Iran, Stresses Opposition To Nuclear Weapons

In a recent interview, President Donald Trump emphasized that the United States should not get involved in efforts to change Iran’s government. Speaking with podcaster Patrick Bet-David on October 17, Trump was asked whether the U.S. should back efforts to restore the family of the late Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi to power. Trump expressed a cautious stance, saying, “We can’t get totally involved in all that. We can’t run ourselves, let’s face it.”

Trump also reiterated his firm opposition to Iran obtaining nuclear weapons, a key policy point during his presidency. He stressed that while he wishes for Iran to succeed as a nation, “The only thing is, they can’t have a nuclear weapon.” Under Trump’s administration, sanctions were imposed on Iran in 2019, severely impacting its economy and reducing its ability to sell oil, which crippled its ability to fund regional terrorist groups.

In a separate interview with Al Arabiya, Trump was asked about the possibility of Iran acquiring nuclear capabilities. He reaffirmed his position, stating, “They won’t acquire it,” though he acknowledged that the current situation is out of his hands, as he is no longer president. Trump also praised the Iranian people, calling them “great negotiators” and “warm people,” but noted that the country faces increasing challenges.

Trump’s remarks come at a time when tensions in the Middle East are heightened, particularly with Iran’s involvement in regional conflicts through proxy groups like Hezbollah. As Israel continues its war against Hamas, Trump suggested that Iran may be facing greater difficulties than it anticipated, but stopped short of making specific predictions about the future.