Trump: Iran Can Restart Enrichment – Video

On Thursday evening local time, in response to a reporter’s question on whether he intends to re-engage in direct diplomatic talks with Iran or is satisfied with the current situation (lack of agreement with Iran), Trump replied: “Iran has acted very badly.” The US president once again claimed that recent US attacks have “destroyed” and “devastated” Iran’s nuclear facilities.

He alleged: “Iran’s potential nuclear capability, which could have materialized within three or four weeks, has been destroyed. The Atomic Energy Commission has stated that the site is completely devastated. Now they might restart, but this time they will have to begin at different facilities because the previous ones were targeted.”

He repeated his claims about the power and precision of US attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, stating: “They can restart (enrichment), but they are not telling the truth. I have to say, Iran is not speaking correctly and is not behaving properly.”

On July 28 (6th of Mordad), during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump again repeated his anti-Iran claims, stating: “They (Iran) have sent very bad and unpleasant messages and should not do this. They spoke about issues they shouldn’t have. Their foreign minister recently gave an interview and said things he shouldn’t have said. We destroyed their nuclear capabilities. They can restart, but if they do, we will destroy it faster than the blink of an eye.”

Trump, reiterating that “We (Washington) have eliminated Iran’s nuclear capability,” threatened: “They can restart, but if they do, we will quickly destroy it again and will do so openly and willingly.”

Regarding the failure of the Gaza ceasefire negotiations in Doha, Qatar, the US president claimed: “I think Iran interfered in this round of Gaza talks and sent messages and orders to Hamas, which is not good at all.”

Despite five rounds of indirect negotiations between Iran and the US and claims from Trump and his administration about a diplomatic approach toward Iran, the Zionist regime, with the coordination and green light from the US, on June 13 (23rd of Khordad) blatantly violated international law and Iran’s national sovereignty by launching a military attack on areas in Tehran and other cities, including the country’s nuclear facilities, while Tehran was preparing for the sixth round of indirect talks with Washington. This terrorist act resulted in the martyrdom of several scientists, military personnel, and civilian citizens.

Following the Zionist regime’s failure to achieve its goals through its aggression on Iranian soil, the US joined this aggression on June 22 (1st of Tir) by attacking the nuclear facilities of Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.

The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran not only responded to the Zionist regime’s aggression but on June 23 (2nd of Tir), the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared, following the US attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities and blatant violation of international law, that under the guidance of the Supreme National Security Council and the leadership of the Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters, it carried out a devastating and powerful missile attack on Al Udeid base in Qatar, the headquarters of the US Air Force command and the largest strategic asset of the US military in the region.

Finally, on June 24 (3rd of Tir), the US president announced a ceasefire agreement between Iran and the Zionist regime. The Islamic Republic emphasized that it was not the initiator of the war and stressed that if the Zionist regime halts its illegal aggression, Iran has no intention to continue responding.

Prior to the aggression on Iranian soil, Trump’s administration sought to present a positive outlook on its talks with Iran on one hand, while on the other hand, by repeating threats and claims within the framework of maximum pressure policy and propaganda, it attempted to create fear regarding the consequences of failing to reach an agreement. They are now, after their joint aggression with Tel Aviv on Iranian territory, again threatening Iran while attempting to negotiate anew.

Witkoff to Visit Russia; Moscow Threatens New Sanctions and Economic Pressure

Trump once more described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as horrific and stated that Steve Witkoff will travel to Russia following his visit to Israel.

The US president also described Russia’s actions against Ukraine as “disgusting” and said about the Ukraine-Russia war: “It must stop. It is a disgrace.”

He again threatened Russia, saying that if no agreement is reached, he intends to impose sanctions and added that Vladimir Putin has until August 8 (17th of Mordad) to reach an agreement, otherwise the US will respond with economic pressure.

Trump also said he is not pleased with Canada’s plan to recognize Palestine as a country but stated this issue will not be an obstacle to trade negotiations.

Previously, on July 14 (23rd of Tir), the US president declared a 50-day deadline for Moscow to reach a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine, warning of heavy tariffs otherwise.

Caroline Lewitt, White House spokesperson, told reporters on Thursday local time that Steve Witkoff and Mike Huckabee have visited current food distribution centers and are working on a plan to deliver more food supplies.

The spokesperson added they will meet local people in Gaza to “hear directly from people about the dire situation.”

Steve Witkoff, Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, traveled to Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories following the Gaza crisis and failed ceasefire talks to meet with regime officials.

Araqchi: US Proposed Resuming Negotiations

“Seyed Abbas Araqchi,” questioned why the US attacked them in the middle of negotiations and said Washington must guarantee such an incident will not recur.

The foreign ministry chief noted in parts of his interview: “Steve Witkoff, the US special envoy, and I exchanged messages during and after the war and I told him that we must find a win-win solution to the Iranian nuclear crisis.”

He emphasized that as long as Trump demands a complete halt to enrichment, no agreement is possible, but Washington can raise its concerns through negotiations. “We can negotiate; they can present their arguments and we will present ours.”

Araqchi underlined that the negotiation path is narrow but not impossible, adding Witkoff tried to convince him that it is possible and proposed resuming talks. However, real confidence-building measures are required from the US, including financial compensation and guarantees against attacks on Iran during renewed talks.

He added that his message is straightforward: the recent attack proved that there is no military solution to Iran’s nuclear program, but a diplomatic solution can be found. The Islamic Republic remains committed to its peaceful and civilian nuclear program, will not change its doctrine, and respects the 20-year fatwa by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei banning nuclear weapons development.

The foreign minister noted that the war has only deepened distrust toward US President Donald Trump; Trump canceled the 2015 nuclear deal Iran signed with the Obama administration and other world powers during his first term. Tehran still has the ability to enrich uranium. Buildings can be rebuilt. Machines can be replaced because the technology exists. They have many scientists and technicians who previously worked at their facilities. But when and how enrichment will resume depends on the circumstances.

Araqchi referred to the US precondition of zero enrichment in Iran, saying as long as Trump demands a complete halt to enrichment, no agreement is possible. However, Washington can raise concerns through negotiations. “We can negotiate; they can present their arguments and we will present ours. But with insistence on zero enrichment, we have nothing (agreement).”