US President Donald Trump said King Charles shares concerns over Iran obtaining nuclear weapons during a state dinner in Washington. The remarks were made amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East and rising political strain between allies over regional conflicts.
Trump stated that both the United States and the United Kingdom remain opposed to Iran developing nuclear weapons. He added that military and diplomatic efforts are aimed at preventing nuclear proliferation in the region. His comments introduced the Iran issue into discussions during the royal visit.
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The US president also referred to ongoing Middle East developments, claiming progress in addressing security threats. However, he did not provide specific details about military actions or negotiations. His remarks came during a formal event attended by King Charles and Queen Camilla.
King Charles did not respond directly to Trump’s statements regarding Iran during the dinner. Earlier, the king had focused his congressional speech on unity, democracy, and global cooperation. Buckingham Palace has not commented on Trump’s claims.
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Both the United States and Britain have long opposed Iran acquiring nuclear weapons, while Tehran insists its program is for peaceful purposes. Iran maintains that it complies with international nuclear agreements and denies any intent to develop nuclear arms.