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Trump's Tough Stance on Iran: Nuclear Bombs, Hormuz Strait, and a Hint of a Major Deal
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CNBC Awaaz•22-09-2026, 21:03
Trump's Tough Stance on Iran: Nuclear Bombs, Hormuz Strait, and a Hint of a Major Deal
- •US President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, stating the US prevented Iran from building nuclear bombs and that Tehran's power has diminished.
- •Trump highlighted America's economic and technological strength, asserting the US is stronger than before with poverty at its lowest and energy powering the world.
- •Regarding Iran, Trump affirmed the US will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons, labeling it a major supporter of terrorism whose arbitrary actions are no longer tolerated.
- •Trump hinted at a potential major agreement with Iran, unprecedented in scope, while also advocating for a complete economic boycott.
- •Trump discussed the Strait of Hormuz, noting the US Navy escorts over 1 billion barrels of oil daily and that Iran offered to reopen the strait if US military pressure and blockades are lifted.
Key Questions Answered
Addressing the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, US President Donald Trump stated that the US has successfully prevented Iran from building nuclear weapons and that Tehran no longer possesses its former power or the ability to acquire nuclear arms.
Trump stated that the US Navy recently escorted the movement of over 1 billion barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, with daily shipments involving between 22 and 37 ships as flow reached its highest level since the war began.
Iran has offered to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz within seven days on the condition that the United States reduces its military pressure and lifts the blockade currently affecting Iranian ports.
