It was a subdued US President Donald Trump who addressed American citizens today following yesterday’s air strikes in Iran.
The President confirmed that no Americans were harmed in the attacks which caused “minimal” damage.
All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment of casualties & damages taking place now. So far, so good! We have the most powerful and well equipped military anywhere in the world, by far! I will be making a statement tomorrow morning.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 8, 2020
Trump, flanked by military officials, warned however that Iran must abandon its nuclear ambitions.
Starting his address, he vowed “as long as I am President of the United States, Iran will never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon.”
The President indicated that as the United States evaluates its options in response to “Iranian aggression,” it is imposing new and more “punishing” economic sanctions on Iran “until Iran changes its behaviour.”
He also issued a challenge to US allies to “move away” from what he calls the “foolish” Iran Nuclear Deal.
He says the time has come for the UK, Germany, France, Russia and China to “recognize this reality,” and work together on a new deal with Iran that will “make the world a safer and more peaceful place.”
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— The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 8, 2020
