Iran will never have a nuclear weapon under US deal, Hegseth says
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- US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that Iran will never possess a nuclear weapon under the terms of a potential deal.
- Hegseth clarified that funds will not be released to Iran until it fulfills its obligations, emphasizing a performance-based approach.
- He assured that all nuclear materials would be destroyed and removed, and the program dismantled, with rigorous verification processes.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth firmly stated that Iran will never acquire a nuclear weapon, regardless of any potential deal. Speaking to CBS News, Hegseth emphasized the president's clear stance on the matter, declaring "never, full stop."
What I would say the president has been most clear about is that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon - never, full stop.
Addressing reports about the deal, Hegseth dismissed some publicly circulating details as "completely wrong." He outlined a "performance-based" system, asserting that no funds would be released to Iran until it demonstrates compliance with the agreement. "There’s no trust here, and we are going to verify everything," he added.
It's performance-based.
Hegseth assured that the agreement would involve the destruction and removal of nuclear materials, along with the dismantling of Iran's nuclear program. The focus remains on strict verification to ensure full compliance.
No money will be released to Iran until they perform.
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