For decades, President Donald J. Trump has maintained a steadfast and unwavering stance: Iran must never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons. This assertion, grounded in a long-standing, bipartisan American policy, shapes his efforts to thwart the world’s foremost state sponsor of terrorism from wielding the catastrophic power that nuclear capabilities would bestow.
- “After Midnight Hammer, they were warned not to attempt to revive their weapons program, especially nuclear arms, yet they persist. They’re restarting the process… One thing is certain: I will never permit the world’s leading terrorist sponsor, which they undoubtedly are, to acquire a nuclear arsenal.” (2/24/26)
- “Nuclear weapons are off the table. It’s simple logic: peace in the Middle East is unattainable if they possess nuclear capabilities. They’ve been clearly warned.” (2/19/26)
- “No enrichment whatsoever. We completely reject enrichment.” (2/13/26)
- “Absolutely no nuclear weapons…” (2/9/26)
- “Right from the outset — no nuclear weapons.” (2/6/26)
- “First and foremost — no nuclear.” (1/29/26)
- “NO NUCLEAR WEAPONS…” (1/28/26)
- “They cannot pursue nuclear capabilities… They need to cease all nuclear activities.” (1/21/26)
- “I hope they’re not attempting to rebuild their program, because if they are, we’ll have no option but to swiftly dismantle that effort.” (12/29/25)
- “They still insist on enrichment. I mean, who would entertain that? After escaping a dire situation, they’re still clamoring for enrichment. Who could be so foolish? That will not happen on my watch.” (7/27/25)
- “They expressed a desire for enrichment… I wouldn’t permit that. The public wouldn’t have tolerated it if I had.” (6/29/25)
- “The last thing they want is to enrich anything right now… We absolutely won’t let that happen, especially not militarily.” (6/25/25)
- “For 15 years, I’ve stated that Iran must not possess a nuclear weapon — long before I even entered politics.” (6/25/25)
- “They will not have enrichment or nuclear weapons.” (6/24/25)
- “If we look back 15 years, my position has been the same: Iran cannot obtain a nuclear weapon.” (6/18/25)
- “I want only one thing – Iran must not have nuclear weapons. That’s it… I’ve been vocal about this for over 20 years.” (6/18/25)
- “For over 20 years, I’ve insisted that Iran cannot acquire nuclear weapons…” (6/18/25)
- “Our objective is a total and complete victory. And that victory is defined clearly: no nuclear weapons.” (6/18/25)
- “Iran must not possess nuclear weapons. It’s straightforward — you don’t need to delve too deeply into it. They simply cannot have them.” (6/17/25)
- “I want to see a future for Iran without nuclear capabilities and we are making significant strides toward that goal.” (6/16/25)
- “You cannot expect peace if Iran has nuclear weapons.” (6/14/25)
- “They cannot have nuclear weapons. It’s as clear as that. We will not permit it.” (6/11/25)
- “While I believe in dialogue, I must insist: they will not acquire nuclear capabilities.” (5/16/25)
- “I want Iran to flourish. I genuinely wish for their success, but they cannot have nuclear weapons.” (5/15/25)
- “I’m open to negotiations with Iran, but they must cease sponsoring terrorism, end their violent proxy wars, and irrevocably abandon the pursuit of nuclear arms.” (5/14/25)
- “Iran has the potential for a prosperous future — but we will never allow America or its allies to be endangered by terrorism or nuclear threats. The choice lies with them. We genuinely hope for their success… but they cannot possess nuclear weapons.” (5/13/25)
- “We want Iran to thrive. We wish to see them become a wealthy and successful nation… but nuclear weapons are a non-starter.” (5/6/25)
- “I yearn for Iran to achieve greatness — the only stipulation is that they must not possess nuclear weapons. Their success is welcomed, but nuclear devastation is not an option.” (5/4/25)
- “Iran cannot ever have a nuclear weapon.” (4/17/25)
- “Iran has to abandon the notion of nuclear weapons. They must not have them.” (4/14/25)
- “I want Iran to be a wonderful, thriving country — but they cannot have nuclear weapons.” (4/11/25)
- “It’s imperative that Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons.” (2/10/25)
- “It’s crucial: Iran must not have nuclear weapons.” (2/4/25)
- “The threat of nuclear weapons is the gravest danger we face, not just as a nation but globally.” (11/3/24)
- “I could have fostered a better relationship with Iran. My only condition was no nuclear weapons. That’s the greatest threat to our future and the world at large.” (10/29/24)
- “All I sought was for Iran to forgo nuclear weapons… That’s it. It’s a simple demand.” (10/28/24)
- “We do not want Iran to have nuclear weapons.” (10/23/24)
- “I didn’t ask for much. Just that Iran be prosperous. However, they must not have nuclear weapons.” (10/16/24)
- “You cannot permit them to acquire nuclear weapons.” (10/14/24)
- “I simply do not want them to have nuclear weapons. It’s that clear.” (10/10/24)
- “I had one clear agenda: no nuclear weapons for Iran. That’s my stance.” (10/7/24)
- “No, they cannot have nuclear weapons. Absolutely not.” (10/7/24)
- “They are perilously close to obtaining nuclear weapons, and that poses an extreme risk to global security.” (10/1/24)
- “All I want is for them not to possess nuclear weapons. It’s that simple.” (9/30/24)
- “The singular demand is that they must not possess nuclear weapons.” (9/26/24)
- “From Iran, I wanted one thing — no nuclear weapons. That was my only request.” (9/19/24)
- “All we desire is for them to refrain from pursuing nuclear weapons. It’s as straightforward as that.” (9/17/24)
- “They cannot have a nuclear weapon. If they do, Israel faces annihilation.” (8/27/24)
- “I do not wish for them to have nuclear weapons.” (8/23/24)
- “My goal was always a simple deal with Iran: no nuclear arms, period.” (8/23/24)
- “They cannot have nuclear weapons. This is crucial for our future negotiations.” (8/15/24)
- “It is of utmost importance: Iran must not possess nuclear weapons.” (8/8/24)
- “They simply cannot have nuclear capabilities. It’s as clear as that.” (8/5/24)
- “Iran should never be permitted to possess nuclear weapons.” (7/10/24)
- “The essential point is that Iran must not have nuclear weapons. That was my fundamental stance.” (6/20/24)
- “We are dealing with a hostile nation that seeks nuclear capabilities. We cannot allow that.” (6/15/24)
- “Iran should not have the capacity to develop nuclear weapons. They were never close to achieving this capability, but now they are perilously close. We must prevent that.” (5/15/24)
- “Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons — it’s very straightforward. They cannot have them.” (5/1/24)
- “One imperative remains: Iran must not be allowed to pursue nuclear weapons.” (4/30/24)
- “Iran expressed interest in a deal, and the crux of that deal is simple: no nuclear weapons. That constitutes 90% of the agreement — perhaps even 100%. That’s my only demand.” (3/25/24)
- “I want everyone to be content. However, they cannot have nuclear capabilities.” (2/23/24)
- “I only wanted Iran to avoid nuclear weapons. I proposed, ‘We’ll forge a great deal. Everyone will benefit, and you’ll prosper, but you cannot have nuclear weapons.’” (1/20/24)
- “They cannot acquire nuclear weapons. That was my singular condition — the one thing I insisted upon.” (1/5/24)
- “I simply don’t want them to have nuclear weapons.” (1/5/24)
- “They will inevitably develop nuclear weapons — and that is an outcome we cannot allow.” (12/30/23)
- “No nuclear weapons. You cannot permit [Iran] to develop them.” (11/9/23)
- “They cannot be allowed to possess nuclear arms. The potential for destruction is too significant.” (10/29/23)
- “Do not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. That’s my primary message today. Just don’t let that happen.” (10/16/23)
- “No nuclear weapons. You cannot permit them to develop these capabilities.” (7/15/23)
- “Preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is essential. The consequences of failure would be dire.” (6/24/23)
- “IRAN WILL NEVER HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!” (1/6/20)
- “Iran must not be allowed to possess nuclear weapons!” (6/22/19)
- “We cannot let Iran reach a nuclear capability. That is non-negotiable.” (1/24/15)
- “We must prevent Iran from going nuclear.” (11/4/11)
