Trump Disputes US Intelligence, Claims Iran Is Building Nuclear Bomb

In a move that has sparked widespread debate, President Donald Trump publicly refuted his own intelligence chief’s conclusion that Iran is not actively developing a nuclear weapon. Speaking to journalists on Friday, Trump reaffirmed his belief that Iran is progressing toward a nuclear bomb, even though the US intelligence community has found no definitive proof of such efforts.

This sharp contradiction came days after Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard presented a report to Congress reaffirming longstanding US assessments. Gabbard’s findings stated that Iran has not resumed its nuclear weapons programme and that there was no verified intelligence showing weaponisation activities. However, President Trump dismissed these conclusions as “wrong.”

“Then my intelligence community is wrong,” Trump declared, when pressed by a reporter to clarify the basis of his nuclear claim. The response quickly drew attention, with analysts warning about the implications of a president discrediting his own intelligence apparatus in such a high-stakes matter.

Gabbard later added a nuanced statement on social media, suggesting that Iran possesses the capability to assemble a nuclear weapon within a short period — but again, stopped short of confirming any active weaponisation. Her message seemed designed to align with Trump’s tough posture while still respecting the intelligence findings.

Trump’s rhetoric marks a dramatic escalation amid increasing tensions in the Middle East. He further hinted at the possibility of supporting Israel’s ongoing military operations targeting Iranian interests, stating, “Israel’s doing well in terms of war.” Trump also suggested that brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran is not a priority, at least for now.

“When someone’s winning, it’s harder to ask them to stop,” Trump said, suggesting that diplomacy may not be effective in the current climate. His comments come amid a flurry of international efforts to prevent further escalation, with European diplomats recently meeting with Iranian officials in Geneva to seek a path to de-escalation. Trump, however, dismissed European involvement, saying, “Europe is not going to be able to help.”

With tensions rising, all eyes are now on Washington as analysts anticipate a decision in the coming two weeks that could significantly shape the future of US-Iran relations. Any move involving military force — especially one targeting fortified Iranian nuclear facilities — could have lasting consequences.

As Iran’s underground enrichment plant at Fordow remains a focal point, some experts believe any strike would require American involvement, including the use of bunker-busting ordnance and stealth bombers. The question remains whether Trump will pursue a diplomatic path or opt for direct confrontation.

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