Trump tells Iran to drop ‘concept’ of nuclear weapon ahead of second talks

President Donald Trump reiterated his stance on Iran’s nuclear ambitions, stressing that Iran must abandon any hope of obtaining a nuclear weapon. Trump made these remarks during a press conference from the Oval Office while meeting with the president of El Salvador.

“Iran has to get rid of the concept of a nuclear weapon. They cannot have a nuclear weapon,” Trump emphasized. He also highlighted that Iran is interested in negotiations with the U.S., but they are unsure of how to proceed.

The U.S. is gearing up for more talks with Iran, with the next round scheduled to take place in Italy next Saturday. This follows the initial talks that began in Oman last week. The discussions are seen as a starting point for Washington to engage with Tehran and address concerns about its nuclear program.

During the recent meeting in Oman, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had a brief conversation, indicating a positive start to the negotiations. Both sides described the talks as “very positive and constructive,” although some complex issues remain unresolved.

Trump stressed the urgency of the negotiations with Iran, emphasizing the need for swift action. While he has not set a specific timeline for the diplomatic process, he has warned of military options if Iran does not comply with demands to halt its nuclear ambitions.

The extent to which the U.S. will push for the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear program remains unclear. Some advocate for complete disarmament, as Iran continues to advance its missile capabilities.

Trump expressed confidence in resolving the issue with Iran, comparing it to other challenges such as ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. He believes that Iran has the potential to be a great country if it renounces nuclear weapons.

As the diplomatic efforts continue, the international community closely watches the developments between the U.S. and Iran. The outcome of these negotiations could have significant implications for regional stability and global security.

Caitlin McFall, a Reporter at Fox News Digital covering Politics, U.S., and World news, contributed to this report.