Trump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran is enough
Summary
President Donald Trump said he would accept Iran suspending its nuclear program for 20 years if it is a real, guaranteed suspension. This marks a change from his earlier position, which called for Iran to completely end uranium enrichment and never develop nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- President Trump spoke about Iran’s nuclear program after talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
- He said a 20-year suspension of Iran’s nuclear activities would be acceptable if it is guaranteed.
- Trump previously demanded that Iran permanently stop enriching uranium, which is part of making nuclear weapons.
- Israeli and US forces launched air strikes on Iran in late February, followed by a ceasefire with some violations.
- Pakistan is acting as a mediator between Iran and the US/Israel in trying to end the conflict.
- Iran wants an immediate end to the war, lifting of a US naval blockade, and no further attacks on its ally Hezbollah.
- Trump said Iran must not get nuclear weapons and must reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which it is currently blocking.
- This is the first time Trump himself has publicly mentioned the 20-year suspension timeframe.
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