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Trump rules out using nuclear weapons against Iran
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Trump rules out using nuclear weapons against Iran

On September 1, 2026, US President Donald Trump stated during a live blog update that he would not use nuclear weapons against Iran, marking a shift from earlier threats. Trump criticized the reporter who asked the question, calling it 'stupid,' and argued that Iran is already militarily defeated. The statement was shared via Twitter by the Middle East Eye, which reported on the event as part of ongoing coverage of tensions between the US and Iran.

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Trump rules out using nuclear weapons against Iran

On September 1, 2026, US President Donald Trump stated during a live blog update that he would not use nuclear weapons against Iran, marking a shift from earlier threats. Trump criticized the reporter who asked the question, calling it 'stupid,' and argued that Iran is already militarily defeated. The statement was shared via Twitter by the Middle East Eye, which reported on the event as part of ongoing coverage of tensions between the US and Iran.

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