US President Donald Trump has threatened to end the war with Iran by force if Tehran does not agree to a deal, but he ruled out using nuclear weapons.
Trump's Warning
Speaking at the White House, Trump stated, "If they don't want to make a deal, then I'll finish it up militarily with the other 25% of the targets." He noted that the US has already struck 78% of planned targets.
He acknowledged that Iran may have rearmed "a little bit" during the two-week ceasefire but claimed the US military could neutralize that in about one day.
Nuclear Option Dismissed
Trump dismissed the idea of using a nuclear weapon on Iran, telling reporters, "No. Why do I need it? Why would a stupid question like that be asked? ... No, I wouldn't use it. A nuclear weapon should never be allowed to be used by anybody."
Ceasefire in Doubt
His remarks came hours after he ordered the US Navy to "shoot and kill any boat" dropping mines in the Strait of Hormuz, casting doubt over the fragile ceasefire between the two nations.
