Trump Claims Iran is Ready for Nuclear Deal

President Donald Trump asserted Monday that Iran has signaled willingness to abandon its nuclear weapons pursuit and enter into a comprehensive agreement with the United States, declaring that American military operations have significantly degraded Tehran's defense capabilities.

Speaking during a virtual tele-rally supporting South Carolina Republican Senator Lindsey Graham ahead of Tuesday's primary election, Trump devoted substantial time to outlining his administration's progress in Middle East negotiations.

"We're negotiating now and they wanna make a very good deal. They're willing to give us everything. They're willing to give us no nuclear weapon," Trump told assembled supporters. He emphasized the fundamental position underlying U.S. policy: "Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon and it's as simple as that."

The President made sweeping assertions about the scope of damage inflicted on Iranian military infrastructure through recent U.S. operations.

"We've decimated their military. We've decimated their, everything there is to decimate, including their leadership," Trump stated. He elaborated on naval losses specifically: "Their navy is totally gone. They had 159 ships. Every ship is underwater right now."

Trump expressed confidence that formal negotiations would conclude favorably within weeks. "I think we are winning that battle, but you're really gonna win it over the next two weeks when we declare total victory," he said. "It'll be a total victory. It'll happen very soon and oil prices will come tumbling down."

The remarks occurred within the context of Trump's campaign support for Graham, who has positioned himself as one of the Senate's most consistent advocates for stringent approaches toward Iran.

"And Lindsey has been fighting with me all the way, all the way for that," Trump said of his colleague. "We've been a very tough team."

Beyond Iran policy, Trump praised Graham's positions on border security, military spending increases, and conservative judicial nominations. "I've known Senator Lindsey Graham for many years and he's always been a tireless advocate for the people of South Carolina," the President said, offering his "complete and total endorsement" ahead of Tuesday's vote.

Trump also endorsed Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette for governor, describing her as "an America First patriot" and predicting electoral success.

The rally represents continued Trump involvement in Republican primaries across key states, though the President faced questions from some voters about independent verification of military claims before departing the event.