Tehran. Amidst the ongoing tension between America and Iran, US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to destroy Tehran. Trump has said that if necessary, America can also target the rest of Iran. On the other hand, Russian President Vladimir Putin has assured Iran of all possible help in ending the war. Putin also condemned the attacks on Iran's nuclear sites during a meeting with Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezai in Moscow. In such a situation, on one hand America's pressure is increasing, while on the other hand Russia is seen standing in support of Iran.
Will not allow nuclear weapons to be made: Trump
Trump reiterated his tough stance on Iran's nuclear program while speaking to reporters at the White House on Thursday. He was asked whether Iran's negotiators were considering America's new proposal to limit its nuclear program. On this Trump said that Iran cannot do anything without America's approval. He made it clear that Iran will not be allowed to make nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
Trump said that America will soon decide what further action should be taken against Iran. “I would not like to destroy the rest of the country if possible, but I may have to. You will soon find out,” he warned. He claimed that it may take 25 years for Iran to recover after the US-Israel war that started in February. However, he did not give any clear information regarding further military action.
Putin assured Iran of all possible help
Meanwhile, Iran's security chief Mohsen Rezai met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Thursday. According to Iranian state broadcaster Press TV, Rezai said that Putin has assured to make every possible effort to end the war. He condemned the attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities and called the current conflict wrong.
Rezaei also conveyed the message of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to Putin. In response, Putin sent his good wishes and greetings to the Iranian leader. The regional situation, post-war circumstances and future security arrangements were also discussed between the two leaders.
Gas pipeline from Russia to Iran also discussed
The issue of energy cooperation also figured prominently in the meeting. The two sides discussed plans to build a gas pipeline from Russia to Iran. According to Rezai, this project can help in removing the gas shortage in Iran. Russia will also get an opportunity to supply gas to neighboring countries.
Iran set seven conditions for opening Hormuz
Efforts for talks between America and Iran are continuing, but no concrete agreement has been reached so far. The talks include issues like the Strait of Hormuz, the US blockade of Iranian ports, economic sanctions and Iran's nuclear programme.
Rezai told Putin that Iran has put seven conditions before America. Iran says that until America fulfills these conditions, the Strait of Hormuz will not be opened nor will negotiations resume.
Trump met Russian envoy, also talked about Ukraine war
Meanwhile, Trump also met Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev on Thursday. After this, he claimed that both the countries are very close to an agreement regarding the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump said that the agreement to end the war will not be limited to Ukraine only, but the whole of Europe can play a role in it.
Describing it as a big agreement, he expressed hope that all parties will be satisfied with it. However, Trump clarified that he did not meet with the Ukrainian delegation on Thursday.