President Donald Trump said a forthcoming agreement with Iran explicitly states that Iran will not possess a nuclear weapon [1].
This development marks a significant shift in the diplomatic landscape of the Middle East. The provision serves as a central element of the pending U.S.–Iran deal, intended to permanently prevent the country from acquiring nuclear capabilities [2].
Speaking Tuesday, May 12, Trump said that Iran has agreed to this specific provision [1]. He said, "Iran will not possess a nuclear weapon" [3].
The president said that the agreement is a result of ongoing diplomatic efforts. According to reports, negotiations with Iran took place within a 24-hour window [4] leading up to these claims.
Trump also highlighted international alignment on the issue. He said that China shares the same position as the United States regarding the Iranian nuclear file [5].
While the full text of the agreement has not been released, the administration maintains that the clause is a non-negotiable pillar of the deal. Trump said, "Iran agreed to not possess the weapon" [6].
The move aims to provide a long-term security guarantee for the region by ensuring the Iranian nuclear program remains peaceful. The administration believes this explicit prohibition provides more certainty than previous frameworks.
“"Iran will not possess a nuclear weapon"”
The inclusion of an explicit ban on nuclear weapons represents a more stringent requirement than the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which focused on limiting enrichment rather than a permanent legal prohibition. By claiming alignment with China, the U.S. is attempting to create a unified front among major powers to ensure Iranian compliance and prevent a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.
