Marjorie Taylor Greene Claims Trump Officials Are Discussing Nuclear Strikes on Iran: ‘It’s Pure Evil’ (UPDATED) Editor’s note: The story has been updated to include a comment from a White House spokesperson. Benzinga · Aug 17
‘No. 1 goal is Iran can’t have nukes’: Trump as US-Iran 60-day deal deadline expires US President Donald Trump on Monday said that preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon remains his top priority, as the 60-day deadline under the June US-Iran memorandum of understanding expired without a permanent peace agreement. The Times of India · Aug 17
Netanyahu Spots A 'Nuclear Islamic Republic' In UK. His Gaffe May Invite Political Isolation Netanyahu described that the United Kingdom as the "first Islamic republic to get a nuclear weapon." A UK government spokesperson labelled the remarks as "completely unacceptable" and said that the issue had been raised with the Israeli government. The remarks come amid mounting political isolation faced by Israel over its… International Business Times · Aug 15
Vance says low oil prices are top US goal in Iran conflict WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that the top US priority in the Iran war was keeping oil and gasoline prices low for Americans, with preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon ranking second. Bangkok Post · Aug 13
Trump expresses optimism about lower fuel prices as US-Iran move closer to potential deal on Strait of Hormuz President Trump expressed optimism regarding negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz. He believes progress could lead to lower gasoline prices for consumers. The United States remains committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Discussions are progressing, though security concerns in the waterway persist. Trump voiced confidence that the conflict… The Economic Times · Aug 8
'War to end pretty soon': Trump says Iran 'can't go much longer,' optimistic about Strait of Hormuz talks President Trump believes the Iran conflict will end soon and stated the nation cannot continue. He expressed optimism regarding negotiations concerning the Strait of Hormuz trade route. The United States remains committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Iran's defense minister conveyed readiness to respond decisively to any threats.… The Economic Times · Aug 7
'It will end pretty soon': Trump hints at peace in US-Iran war; Tehran mocks 'theatre diplomacy' Expressing confidence, US President Trump suggested that the Iran conflict is nearing its end, arguing that Tehran cannot bear its continuation. He remains hopeful about negotiations related to the Strait of Hormuz. The US is resolute in preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Iran's defence minister asserts that their… The Times of India · Aug 6
‘Don’t want to kill people,' Trump says Iran asked him to halt the ‘biggest attack’ since WWII President Trump stated he prefers a deal with Iran to avoid conflict. He claimed Iran requested talks after the United States prepared for a major strike. The US president reiterated that Iran must not develop nuclear weapons. He also compared US actions in Iran to those in Venezuela. Trump suggested… The Economic Times · Aug 6
With its new leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, does Iran want – or need – a nuclear weapon? As the US war against Iran drags on with no end in sight, an important question has faded into the background. Does Iran want a nuclear weapon, and if so, can it still build one? The Conversation · Aug 4
US-Iran war: 'Unknown projectile' strikes cargo vessel off Oman's Al Khasab, UKMTO says probe on A cargo vessel was struck by an unknown projectile near Al Khasab, Oman. This incident occurred amid heightened regional tensions and ongoing discussions with Iran. US President Trump claimed a planned military strike against Iran was postponed after diplomatic interventions. He reiterated that preventing Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains… The Economic Times · Aug 4
How Trump’s Saudi deal could spark a nuclear arms race in the Middle East IN DEPTH: Riyadh has previously said it will only seek to acquire a nuclear weapon if its rival Iran develops one. With Trump’s war failing to curb Tehran’s nuclear programme, experts tell Suha Kidwai the new agreement could plunge the region into further instability The Independent UK · Aug 1
US-Saudi nuclear deal invites proliferation risks … unless safeguards are written in A key question remains over the landmark U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal announced with much fanfare on July 22, 2026: Will it allow a nation long suspected of having nuclear weapons ambitions to enrich uranium? The Conversation · Jul 27
Iran-US war latest: Tehran summons Ukraine diplomats over Caspian Sea attack as Trump threatens to resume war Trump tells French news channel he is considering resuming full-scale war 'if we don’t get 100% of what we want' The Independent UK · Jul 25
Iran-US war latest: Oil prices surge above $100 as Trump weighs broader Iran offensive ‘They haven’t received enough pain yet,’ president warns after attacks on ships crossing the Red Sea The Independent UK · Jul 23
The Economic Times · Jul 23 US, Saudi Arabia strike landmark civil nuclear deal The United States and Saudi Arabia have finalized a civil nuclear power agreement. This pact allows the kingdom to build reactors using American technology. Saudi Arabia will also be permitted to enrich uranium under the new deal. Concerns exist regarding potential nuclear weapon development pathways. The agreement now awaits Congressional…
The Independent UK · Jul 22 Trump claims without proof that soldiers killed in Iran war shared his view that Tehran can’t have a nuclear weapon ‘They said, and all of them said very strongly, ‘We can’t let, we cannot let Iran have a nuclear weapon,’ Trump claimed
The Economic Times · Jul 22 Is Trump quietly gifting Saudi Arabia a future nuclear bomb? A proposed US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal allows uranium enrichment and fuel processing. Critics fear this agreement weakens safeguards against nuclear weapons proliferation. Supporters argue it includes alternative safeguards and bilateral monitoring arrangements. The deal aims to counter Chinese and Russian influence in the region. It also addresses Saudi concerns about…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 22 Saudi Arabia and US strike deal for kingdom to enrich uranium Donald Trump approves agreement to help country make fuel for civilian nuclear programme
The Guardian - UK · Jul 20 ‘Most people don’t know we’ve set up a doomsday system’: physicist Laura Grego on satellites, nuclear weapons and the battle for our skies Elon Musk is trying to own it, competing powers are trying to fight in it and nobody seems to be regulating it. So who does space really belong to?
The Economic Times · Jul 19 'Couldn't care less': Trump shrugs off Iran's exit from interim deal US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) said that he "couldn't care less" about Iran's decision to stop abiding by the US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU), reiterating that Washington's priority remains preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, Al Jazeera reported.
The Independent UK · Jul 9 Scientist proposes way to detect nuclear weapons hidden in satellites American officials suspect Russia of launching a satellite with nuclear materials in 2022
Space · Jul 8 Shoebox-sized 'detector satellites' could sniff out a nuclear bomb in space A constellation of cubesats fitted with special detectors could sniff out nuclear weapons hidden on satellites launched by adversary nations, a new study suggests.
The Conversation · Jun 29 International efforts to end North Korea’s nuclear weapons program have failed. Here’s what comes next The dust has now settled on the ostentatious summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang earlier this month. But perhaps the biggest takeaway was what was left unsaid.
International Business Times UK · Jun 29 'No Choice But the Atomic Bomb': MAGA Expert Slams Trump's Foreign Policy as Iran Rushes for Nuclear Weapon Donald Trump's Iran policy is under fire as critics claim it may be escalating nuclear tensions, with Tehran reportedly seeing nuclear deterrence as essential amid ongoing US-Iran conflicts.
The Times of India · Jun 28 'No choice but to build atomic bomb': IRGC-linked media urges Iran to pursue nuclear weapon despite US deal Iran has argued that it has "no choice" but to develop a nuclear weapon to guarantee its security, despite Tehran's recent commitment under a preliminary agreement with the United States not to pursue nuclear arms, according to a media report linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).