Trump issues direct warning to Iran in scathing address

President Donald Trump delivered a strong message to Iran during his first major speech in Saudi Arabia, warning Tehran that it must choose between never having a nuclear weapon or facing severe consequences. Speaking to business leaders in Riyadh, Trump emphasized that the choice was in Iran’s hands.

While Trump expressed a desire to make a deal with Iran and see the country prosper, he did not hold back in criticizing the Iranian regime for its actions in the region. He accused Iran’s leadership of focusing on funding terror and bloodshed abroad, leading to the destabilization of the entire region. Trump pointed to the support of Hezbollah and the former Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria as examples of Iran’s destructive behavior.

The president also highlighted the impact of Iran’s actions on the people of the region, noting the countless lives lost and the devastation caused by Iran’s support of terrorist organizations. Trump criticized the Biden administration’s decision to lift some sanctions on Iran, arguing that this only served to finance Iran’s support of terrorist groups.

Despite his strong words, Trump also offered a path forward for Iran, urging the regime to choose a better and more hopeful future. He emphasized that he has never believed in having permanent enemies and pointed out that some of the United States’ closest friends were once adversaries.

It remains to be seen how Trump’s comments will impact ongoing nuclear negotiations with Iran. The Iranian representative to the U.N. Mission in New York did not immediately respond to questions about Trump’s speech.

In conclusion, President Trump’s speech in Saudi Arabia sent a clear message to Iran: the choice is yours. The president’s warning to Tehran underscores the importance of addressing Iran’s destabilizing actions in the region and the need for a peaceful resolution to the nuclear issue.