Iran Rejects Trump's 'Sinister Ambitions' Claims as 'Big Lies' Amid Escalating Nuclear and Missile Tensions
Iran has categorically dismissed U.S. allegations regarding its ballistic missile program and nuclear activities, labeling them "big lies," just hours after President Donald Trump accused Tehran of pursuing "sinister nuclear ambitions" during his State of the Union address. In his Tuesday night speech to Congress, Trump warned that Iran is rebuilding its nuclear program following U.S. and Israeli strikes last year that he claimed had "totally obliterated" key facilities. "We wiped it out, and they want to start all over again," Trump said. "They're at this moment again pursuing their sinister ambitions." He further alleged that Iran has developed missiles capable of threatening Europe and U.S. bases overseas, while actively working on longer-range systems that could "soon reach the United States of America." Trump reiterated his firm stance that Iran would never be permitted to acquire nuclear weapons, framing the issue ...