‘Iran Will Be Destroyed Without a Peace Deal’: Trump Issues Strong Warning Over Nuclear Weapons

Trump said in his speech that America's priority is to stop Iran from making a nuclear bomb. He also appealed to other countries to come together to increase economic pressure on Iran.

Last Updated : Wednesday, 23 September 2026
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Washington: US President Donald Trump, while addressing the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, gave a strong statement regarding Iran. Trump said that America will not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons at any cost. He also said that if Iran is not ready for a peace deal then America can take more stringent action against it.

This statement of Trump has also been confirmed in international reports. According to the reports, he raised the possibility of a deal with Iran as well as warned of extremely tough action if no deal was reached.

Did Trump give a big warning regarding Iran?

Trump said in his speech that America's priority is to stop Iran from making a nuclear bomb. He also appealed to other countries to come together to increase economic pressure on Iran. According to Trump, efforts are being made to bring Iran to the negotiating table through economic pressure so that direct war and bloodshed can be avoided.

According to a report, Trump indicated that a major decision regarding any agreement with Iran could be taken after the US mid-term elections.

Was India-Pakistan conflict also mentioned?

During his speech, Trump claimed his role in stopping eight conflicts in the world. These also included the 2025 conflict between India and Pakistan. He included this in his claims by mentioning the situation created after India's military action during Operation Sindoor.

However, India has consistently rejected claims of any third party mediation in the India-Pakistan ceasefire. According to Indian officials, there was direct contact between the military officials of the two countries to stop the military action.

Was Iranian delegation left the meeting room?

During Trump's statement regarding Iran, members of the Iranian delegation present in the United Nations General Assembly walked out of the meeting room. According to the file, Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were present in New York but were not in the room to hear Trump's speech.

What did Trump say about economic pressure?

Trump claimed that he used economic pressure and trade measures to end many international conflicts. He also talked about using tariffs to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

He also talked about reconstruction and a better future in case of an agreement with Iran. At the same time, if there is no agreement, he repeated the warning of very strict action against Iran.

Was Trump also targeted UN?

In his speech, Trump also criticised the functioning of the United Nations. He accused the United Nations of having a thinking which according to him is not practical. He also mentioned cuts in US contributions and changes related to UN staff.

After Trump's speech, he also had a programme of bilateral and group meetings with leaders of many countries.