Trump says Iran nuclear prevention is top US goal

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Trump said preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon is Washington’s number one goal, contradicting Vance’s stated priority.

WHO: Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump said preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon is Washington’s “number one Goal”.

WHEN: Reported Aug 17, 2026 at 7:32 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Trump was reacting to the administration’s stated priorities by asserting a different top goal.

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