US and Israel Pledge to Deny Nukes to Iran

The leaders of the United States and Israel signed a pledge on Thursday to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Although they have had previous disputes over diplomatic efforts with Iran, the agreement presented…

Mark ShifferJul 15, 20222 min read

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is knowing that if they continue to develop their nuclear program, the free world will use force.”

While speaking, Biden confirmed America’s commitment to ensure that Iran never acquires a nuclear weapon. “I continue to believe that diplomacy is the best way to achieve this outcome,” said Biden.

The U.S. president also said he will continue to support Israel’s “ability to defend itself by itself” against enemy regional powers.

Biden is pushing for a return to talks, but Iran has yet to accept. During the press conference, Biden said “we are not going to wait forever” for Iran to agree to negotiations.

One day earlier, Biden said he’d be willing to use force against Iran as a last resort, if necessary.

In 2015, Iransigned a nuclear deal to limit its nuclear weapons development program. However, in 2018, then-President Donald Trump ended the deal, saying it wasn’t tough enough to prevent Iran from making nuclear weapons.

The latest agreement and press conference came one day after Biden faced criticism upon first arriving in Israel. The president rejected handshake offers from Israeli officials, instead giving fist bumps.

While delivering an earlier speech, Biden mistakenly referred to the “honor” of the Holocaust, before fixing his wording to “horror.”

Biden is scheduled to travel to Saudi Arabia on Friday.