Trump claims King Charles opposes Iran nuclear weapons
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- Trump told guests on April 28 at a White House state dinner that King Charles agrees the U.S. will never let Iran obtain a nuclear weapon.
- King Charles remained silent on Iran, and the British Embassy directed inquiries to Buckingham Palace, which did not comment.
- Britain and the United States both assert that Tehran must not develop nuclear weapons, while Iran says its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes under the NPT.
- Keir Starmer was singled out by Trump for "lack of help" in prosecuting the Iran war, underscoring diplomatic friction.
- NATO was highlighted in King Charles’ earlier congressional speech as a unifying force for Ukraine, showing his broader security focus beyond Iran.
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