The revolutionaries established the Islamic Republic of Iran, dedicated to destroying Israel and spreading their radical Islamic theology around the world. During his first term, President Trump warned Iran repeatedly to end its nuclear weapons program or face severe consequences. As he promised during the campaign, President Trump immediately put Iran on notice that it would not be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. But the Iranians continued to develop ballistic missiles and were beginning to rebuild their nuclear weapons program, hidden in deep underground bunkers. In February, President Trump instructed US envoys to try again to negotiate with Iran over its nuclear weapons and its ballistic missile programs.

Source: Washington Post March 04, 2026 19:12 UTC