Zerohedge: Trump Shifts Stance on Iran: Uranium Stockpile No Longer the Main Focus

Summary

President Trump's recent statements indicate that Iran's enriched uranium stockpile is no longer his primary concern, as he believes the material is effectively 'entombed' and poses no immediate threat. Instead, his focus has shifted to ensuring Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon, stating this is the main part of any potential agreement. Trump also expressed optimism about diplomacy with Tehran, suggesting talks are going well and even hinting at a possible meeting with Iran's supreme leader if a deal is reached. He reiterated that the United States would respond militarily if American troops are killed, claiming Iran's military capabilities are severely degraded. Meanwhile, the International Atomic Energy Agency has reported that the nuclear risk from Iran is higher now than before the recent conflict began, largely due to halted inspections. In Lebanon, Hezbollah's leader rejected the outcome of Lebanon-Israel talks, insisting any truce must include the entire country and rejecting any link between Hezbollah's presence and a ceasefire. Oil prices dropped after reports that the White House intends to maintain a ceasefire with Iran unless American troops are killed. Additionally, the US House of Representatives passed a resolution to limit the President's war powers regarding Iran, a move Trump strongly criticized.