Iran could face "a series of consequences" for attempting to build nuclear weapons, White House warns

White House national security adviser Mike Waltz has warned Iran that it could face a range of consequences if it tries to build a nuclear weapon.

In a statement, Waltz reiterated President Biden’s position that "Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon," adding that all options remain on the table to prevent the regime from acquiring one, Caliber.Az reports, citing American media.

The warning from Waltz covered all aspects of Iran's nuclear program, including missile development, weaponization, and enrichment. "They can either hand it over and give it up in a way that is verifiable, or they can face a whole series of other consequences," Waltz stated, underscoring the U.S. government's unwavering stance on the matter.

Waltz further emphasized the potential global risks posed by a nuclear-armed Iran, highlighting the threat not only to Israel but to the broader Middle East and even the United States. "We cannot have a situation that would result in an arms race across the Middle East in terms of nuclear proliferation," Waltz said, warning that such a scenario would be catastrophic for global security.

The White House has reiterated its commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons through diplomatic means, but Waltz made it clear that the U.S. will not allow Iran to destabilize the region and pose a threat to its allies and the world at large.

For the record, Iran has faced international pressure to halt its nuclear ambitions, with talks intermittently held to find a diplomatic solution. However, concerns remain over the effectiveness of these negotiations and the possibility of further escalation.

President Donald Trump has taken a firm stance against Iran's nuclear development and uranium enrichment activities. In early March 2025, Trump sent a letter to Iran's leadership, expressing a desire to negotiate a new agreement to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. However, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, rejected the overture, accusing the U.S. of seeking to impose new demands under the guise of negotiations.

By Khagan Isayev