The Hague (Netherlands), Wednesday – A situation of turmoil once again arose in the field of international diplomacy when former US President Donald Trump gave a serious warning to Iran while talking to the media during the NATO summit held in The Hague. Trump said in clear words that if Iran tries to restart its nuclear program, then America will not shy away from taking military action against it.
This statement has come at a time when West Asia is already going through a tense situation and the global community is particularly concerned about Iran’s activities. This statement of Trump is being considered a big signal not only for the Middle East region but also for global stability.
Trump’s statement: decisive and aggressive
While talking to the media at the NATO summit, Trump said:
“We are peace loving, but if Iran thinks that it can restart its nuclear program again and threaten the world, it should be ready to face the consequences. America will not delay even a minute – we will attack.”
After this statement of Trump, there was silence in the press room. He also alleged that Iran is still secretly engaged in the process of uranium enrichment, which comes in violation of the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal (JCPOA).
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2015 Nuclear Deal and Trump’s opposition
In 2015, the Iran Nuclear Deal was agreed between Iran and the P5+1 countries (US, UK, France, Russia, China and Germany) on the initiative of then US President Barack Obama. Under this agreement, Iran had promised that it would limit its nuclear program to peaceful purposes only and ban uranium enrichment.
But Trump pulled the US out of this deal in 2018 while he was president, saying that the agreement was “one-sided and beneficial to Iran”.
Trump had described it as America’s weakness and said that Iran is carrying out nuclear activities at its secret bases even after this agreement.
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Iran’s response: ‘We will not come under pressure’
Iran has reacted strongly to Trump’s statement. In a statement issued from Tehran, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said:
“We do not work under anyone’s pressure. Our nuclear program is completely peaceful. If America attacks, Iran has full capability to respond.”
A member of the Iranian Parliament even said that “Donald Trump’s time is over, but he is still speaking the language of war.”
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Increasing fear of tension in the Middle East
Even before Trump’s statement, tensions between Iran and Israel in the Middle East region have increased significantly. Iran’s role in the ongoing conflicts in Syria, Iraq and Yemen is already on the target of America and its allies.
Now if there is a military confrontation between America and Iran again, it will affect the stability of the entire region. According to experts, this statement can further deepen the global oil market, trade and refugee crisis.
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Reaction of NATO countries: Mixed
While some NATO allies of America consider Trump’s stance as “necessary strictness”, many countries are also expressing concern over it. Germany and France have appealed for restraint. French President Macron said:
“We should not abandon the path of diplomacy before any kind of military action. All doors of dialogue with Iran should be open.”
A spokesperson from Britain also said that “We are with America, but war should be the last option.”
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Political equation: Sign of elections in America?
Some analysts believe that this statement of Trump may be part of his political agenda. In view of the upcoming elections in America, Trump seems to be returning to his old agenda of ‘America First’ and ‘Strong Leadership’.
With this statement, Trump has not only shown the strength of his foreign policy, but has also indicated that if he comes to power again, he will take a tough stand towards Iran.
United Nations and global response
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed concern over the developments and appealed to all parties to exercise restraint. He said:
“The world cannot afford another war. We must find solutions through dialogue and diplomacy.”
China and Russia have also asked the US to soften its stance and have once again advocated a deal like the JCPOA.
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Experts’ opinion: Strategic pressure, not military, is necessary
Foreign policy experts believe that Trump’s statement is definitely “dramatic” but it can also be part of a strategic pressure policy. Prof. Richard Haskins, an expert in international relations, says:
“Trump knows that Iran is sensitive about its nuclear program. These statements can be a strategy to exert mental pressure so that Iran bows down and comes for talks.”https://www.reuters.com/world/us/
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Conclusion: Is war on the horizon again?
This sharp statement by Trump has once again created a stir in global politics. It would be too early to say whether this will really lead to war or not, but it is certain that the relations between America and Iran have once again reached a point where only diplomacy can pave the way for peace.
Due to the concern of Western countries about Iran’s nuclear program and America’s strict foreign policy, this issue will dominate international forums in the coming times. Now it remains to be seen how successful the world is in averting this crisis.https://beingbrij.com/