By George Omagbemi Sylvester
U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that the United States will not use nuclear weapons in its ongoing conflict with Iran, despite heightened tensions between both nations.
The statement was made on April 23, 2026, during remarks at the White House, where Trump dismissed the idea of deploying nuclear weapons, stressing that such measures were unnecessary.
According to reports, Trump said the U.S. has already inflicted significant military damage on Iran using conventional forces, arguing there is no need to escalate to nuclear options.
He further emphasised that nuclear weapons “should not be used against anyone,” reinforcing his position against their deployment in the conflict.
The remarks come after earlier strong rhetoric from Trump, including warnings of severe consequences if Iran failed to agree to U.S. terms in ongoing negotiations.
Despite ruling out nuclear action, the U.S. president maintained a hardline stance, warning that military operations could continue if diplomatic efforts fail to produce a lasting agreement.
The statement signals an attempt to balance aggressive military pressure with limits on escalation, as Washington seeks to avoid a broader global crisis while maintaining strategic leverage in the Middle East.
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