Trump warns Iran would trigger ‘death problems’ if it obtains nuclear weapon

US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran would trigger “energy problems” and “death problems” if it obtains a nuclear weapon, saying Tehran would use such a weapon. Trump’s remarks came as he left open both renewed strikes and a possible agreement with Iran, while expressing skepticism about whether Iran would honor any deal.The White House-aligned account, Rapid Response 47, quoted Trump as saying: “You want to see problems? You want to see not only energy problems, but death problems? Let them have a nuclear weapon — because they would use it.” Asked about a potential attack, Trump said: “There’s a possibility I will,” while also saying there was “a possibility we’ll have a nice, big, beautiful agreement” with Tehran.The Trump administration has consistently framed preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons as a central objective of US policy. In remarks published by the White House, Trump said Iran “would use it instantly” if it acquired one. The administration has also published materials asserting Trump’s consistent position that Iran will never be permitted to obtain nuclear weapons.This warning comes amid a prolonged confrontation in the Middle East and ongoing diplomatic uncertainty. Trump previously suggested the United States could carry out “another little Epic Fury,” a reference to US strikes on Iran. Administration officials have portrayed military action as necessary to stop Tehran’s nuclear program. Any renewed escalation could affect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, energy prices, and the risk of wider conflict. The statement signals that Washington still regards Iran’s nuclear program as a “red line” and keeps military escalation on the table, with potential consequences for Middle East security, oil supply, and global markets.The US President’s comments come on the eve of Israeli elections scheduled for October 27. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu views Iran as a “real and tangible existential danger” to Israel. He claims that Israel and the US have a narrow window of time remaining to completely defeat Iran.Netanyahu has campaigned heavily on his security credentials, accusing rival Gadi Eisenkot, a contender in the Israeli elections and leader of the Yashar party, of being soft on Iran and beholden to Arab interests. Netanyahu asserts that only he can destroy Iran’s nuclear program.Eisenkot has pledged to unify the country and heal divisions after Netanyahu’s divisive leadership. He has committed to establishing a state commission of inquiry into the failures that led to the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023, under Netanyahu’s watch. Polls indicate that no single coalition is likely to secure the 61-seat majority required to form a government in the October 27 Israeli elections.On March 1, 2026, Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a comprehensive advisory urging Nepali citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to local security advice due to escalating tensions in West Asia. Earlier, on February 1, 2026, the Nepali government had urged its citizens in Iran to leave the country as soon as possible due to security concerns. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, six Nepali citizens are currently in Iran.However, on April 21, 2026, Nepal resumed issuing labor permits for the Middle East, which had been suspended on March 1 due to conflict in the region. According to Guru Prasad Paudel, spokesperson for Nepal Rastra Bank, the central bank, 40-45 percent of total remittance inflows come from Middle Eastern countries. Dr. Meena Paudel, an international migration expert, has warned that the loss of employment for migrant workers due to conflict could have multifaceted consequences.US military officials have prepared options for new attacks on Iran after the November midterm elections. Iran continues its efforts to rebuild its nuclear program, with activities reported at sites such as Minjadehi, Taleghan 2, and Pickaxe Mountain. Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if Washington lifts its naval blockade. The US Secretary of Defense has been directed to submit a report by February 1, 2027, on the impact of US military action on Iran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.The memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran lacks a clear definition of the current status of Iran’s nuclear program. The impact of US-Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities since February 2026 remains unclear. It is also not clear whether Iran’s efforts to rebuild its nuclear program are for recovery or restoration. The outcome of the Israeli elections, including who will become prime minister and how a government will be formed, is yet to be determined.