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Trump Warns Iran Nearing Nuclear Capability Post-G7

6/17/2025

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President Donald Trump rejected Tulsi Gabbard's evaluation of Iran's nuclear ambitions, insisting the nation is "very close" to acquiring a nuclear weapon. His remarks, made while returning from the G7 summit, underscored the urgency of finding a lasting solution to the rising tensions between Israel and Iran, rather than merely settling for a temporary ceasefire.

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President Donald Trump rejected Tulsi Gabbard's evaluation of Iran's nuclear ambitions, insisting the nation is "very close" to acquiring a nuclear weapon. His remarks, made while returning from the G7 summit, underscored the urgency of finding a lasting solution to the rising tensions between Israel and Iran, rather than merely settling for a temporary ceasefire.