Trump softens stance on strict caps for Iran's missile programme
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Updated · The Wall Street Journal · May 5
Trump softens stance on strict caps for Iran's missile programme
8 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · May 5
In a Monday interview with Hugh Hewitt, he said Iran "cannot have a nuclear weapon" and suggested missile limits must consider regional neighbours' arsenals.
The remarks indicate nuclear weapon prevention is taking precedence over earlier demands for tougher curbs and intrusive inspections tied to any agreement with Tehran.
Iran has said it will not negotiate a missile cap with Washington, despite the administration previously arguing Tehran's missile threat was central to stopping a nuclear weapons path.
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