Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran Over Nuclear and Missile Programs
PALM BEACH, Fla. — President Donald Trump delivered a forceful warning to Iran on Monday, declaring that the United States would “knock the hell out of” the country if it attempts to rebuild its nuclear weapons program. Speaking alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago, Trump emphasized that the U.S. and Israel had already dismantled Iran’s nuclear infrastructure and would not hesitate to act again if Tehran resumed its weapons ambitions.
“Now I hear that Iran is trying to build up again, and if they are, we’re going to have to knock them down,” Trump said. “We’ll knock the hell out of them.” He urged Iran to pursue a diplomatic deal instead, suggesting it would be “much smarter” for Tehran to engage in negotiations.
The president framed the joint U.S.-Israeli military efforts as pivotal in reshaping the Middle East balance of power. “We just won a big war together,” Trump said. “If we didn’t beat Iran, you wouldn’t have had peace in the Middle East. We wiped it out.” He reaffirmed support for further Israeli military action should Iran continue advancing its missile or nuclear programs, stating, “If they continue with the missiles — yes. The nuclear — absolutely.”
Trump’s remarks come amid growing concerns about Iran’s unconventional weapons development. A recent report by Iran International cited unnamed military and security sources alleging that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is accelerating efforts to develop chemical and biological warheads for its ballistic missiles. These developments have heightened tensions in the region and raised alarms within U.S. intelligence circles.
Iran’s nuclear sites suffered significant damage in prior U.S.-Israeli operations, including strikes on facilities such as the Fordo enrichment plant, as documented by Maxar Technologies satellite imagery. Despite these setbacks, Tehran’s economic situation remains dire, with its currency hitting record lows and widespread protests erupting over inflation and economic hardship.
When pressed about the possibility of supporting regime change in Iran, Trump declined to comment directly but highlighted the internal unrest and economic collapse facing the country. “I’m not going to talk about overthrow of a regime,” he said. “But they have tremendous inflation. Their economy is busted.” He also noted that Iranian authorities have frequently responded to protests with lethal force.
The president’s warning underscores the U.S. commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons capabilities, a stance consistent with the policies of the U.S. Department of State and the Department of Defense. The Trump-Netanyahu meeting at Mar-a-Lago also highlighted the close coordination between Washington and Jerusalem on Middle East security matters.
As Iran’s government faces mounting internal and external pressures, the international community continues to monitor developments closely. The potential for renewed military conflict remains a significant concern, with the U.S. signaling readiness to act decisively to prevent Iran’s nuclear resurgence.
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