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Trump: Iran Must Not Get Nuclear Weapons, No Deal Pressure

4/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel did not pressure him and that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.
He argued a new Iran deal would exceed the 2015 JCPOA, which he says harms U.S. security.
As the ceasefire ends, he says there is no pressure to seal a deal.
U.S. officials are preparing for further peace talks in Pakistan, but Iran's participation remains uncertain due to sanctions.

History

Historical Context

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), finalized on July 14, 2015, aimed to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, allowing Iran access to approximately $100 billion in frozen assets. Following the U.S. withdrawal from the agreement in 2018, tensions escalated, reflecting ongoing concerns about Iran's nuclear ambitions and regional stability, particularly amid current peace talks in Pakistan.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel did not pressure him and that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons.
He argued a new Iran deal would exceed the 2015 JCPOA, which he says harms U.S. security.
As the ceasefire ends, he says there is no pressure to seal a deal.
U.S. officials are preparing for further peace talks in Pakistan, but Iran's participation remains uncertain due to sanctions.

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