The Trump administration clarified its objectives following targeted strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, emphasizing that the goal is to destroy Iran’s nuclear capabilities rather than to engage in regime change. VP JD Vance highlighted the U.S.'s intention to seek diplomatic solutions, asserting non-hostile intentions toward Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth echoed similar sentiments, stating that the operations were aimed solely at nuclear facilities and did not involve targeting Iranian troops or civilians. The strategic campaign, occurring amid ongoing retaliations from Iran, underscores a complex U.S.-Iran relationship amidst heightened tensions.
We do not want to protract this or build this out any more than it's already been built out. We want to end their nuclear programme.
The operation did not target Iranian troops or the Iranian people.
Vance said on Sunday that the US had successfully set back Iran's nuclear programme, adding that US President Donald Trump now hopes to pursue a diplomatic solution.
Hegseth claimed the series of US strikes against Iran devastated its nuclear programme.
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