Trump dismisses going nuclear on Iran, possible ground invasion
Summary
Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran and said he does not favor sending US ground troops, even as the military prepares additional strike options against Iranian energy and nuclear sites. CNN reported that the options could include the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb for attacks on fortified underground facilities like Pickaxe Mountain.
Key Points
- Trump said the United States would not use nuclear weapons against Iran and that he does not see a ground invasion happening.
- CNN reported that the US military is developing additional strike options against Iranian energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities, including possible use of the MOAB.
- The reported targets include Pickaxe Mountain, a suspected underground nuclear site believed to be heavily fortified.
- Trump said Washington is also talking with Russia and China about nuclear disarmament and wants to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
