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Trump Warns Iran: Halt Nuclear Program or Face Action

1/30/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran must halt its nuclear program and stop killing protesters to avert military action.
He emphasized the deployment of a naval force, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, ready for rapid response.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer supported Trump and urged action to prevent Iran from gaining nuclear weapons.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized U.S. demands and reaffirmed Iran's right to nuclear development, rejecting coercion.

History

Historical Context

The Iran Nuclear Deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), was signed on July 14, 2015, between Iran and the P5+1 nations to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Despite initial hopes for denuclearization, skepticism remained, particularly from Israel and U.S. conservatives. Tensions resurfaced after the U.S. withdrawal from the deal in 2018, complicating regional stability and diplomatic relations.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran must halt its nuclear program and stop killing protesters to avert military action.
He emphasized the deployment of a naval force, including the USS Abraham Lincoln, ready for rapid response.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer supported Trump and urged action to prevent Iran from gaining nuclear weapons.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized U.S. demands and reaffirmed Iran's right to nuclear development, rejecting coercion.

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