Trump Rules Out Nuclear Weapons and US Ground Troops in Iran

US President Donald Trump has ruled out using nuclear weapons against Iran and said he has no intention of deploying American ground troops inside the country, according to an interview with Newsmax.

Trump also indicated that Washington was discussing nuclear disarmament with Russia and China, although he did not provide further details about the scope or progress of those discussions.

His remarks come amid reports that the US military has developed additional plans for potential strikes against Iran. American media reports have suggested that the options under consideration could include attacks on energy infrastructure and nuclear facilities.

One reported option involves the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB), commonly known as the “Mother of All Bombs.” It is one of the largest conventional bombs in the US arsenal and is distinct from a nuclear weapon.

Reports citing people familiar with internal military planning have raised the possibility of the weapon being used in a conflict with Iran. However, the effectiveness of such a strike in achieving strategic objectives or changing the course of a war remains uncertain.

The potential use of the MOAB would represent a significant escalation, particularly if critical infrastructure were targeted. Any such operation could carry serious consequences for regional security and increase the risk of a wider confrontation.

Trump’s comments about nuclear weapons and ground troops outline the limits he has publicly described for US military action. They do not, however, establish which conventional military options remain under consideration by American planners.

No confirmed decision to deploy the MOAB against Iran was provided in the supplied reports. The distinction between contingency planning and an authorised military operation remains important as tensions continue.