Trump Urges Tehran Evacuation Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Conflict
| 2025-06-17
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US President Donald Trump calls for immediate evacuation of Tehran as Iran-Israel conflict intensifies, reiterating opposition to Iranian nuclear weapons.
United States President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on Monday amid rising tensions in the Middle East, calling for the “immediate evacuation” of Tehran as the armed conflict between Iran and Israel entered its fourth consecutive day.
Writing on the social media platform Truth Social, President Trump reiterated his longstanding position against Iran acquiring nuclear capabilities. “Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran,” he wrote.
The post follows reports that Israeli forces have issued evacuation orders for parts of the Iranian capital. According to statements circulating on social media, Israeli military officials warned civilians to leave targeted areas in anticipation of air strikes focused on what they describe as “military infrastructure.”
The conflict, which began late last week, has seen an escalation in retaliatory attacks by both countries. Israeli air strikes have reportedly targeted Iranian nuclear facilities and government installations, while Iran has launched ballistic missiles at multiple Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv.
At the time of publication, there had been no confirmation from US government officials regarding President Trump’s post or any evacuation advisory issued through formal diplomatic channels.
No official US military action has been reported in the conflict so far, although the situation remains fluid. President Trump’s warning appears to be unilateral, with no indication that it reflects current United States foreign policy or intelligence assessments.
Nuclear Tensions and Political Messaging
President Trump has consistently taken a hardline stance on Iran’s nuclear programme. During his first term in office, he withdrew the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, in 2018. He has since continued to argue that Iran should not be allowed to enrich uranium or develop nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
In the same social media post, Mr Trump criticised Iranian leaders for not accepting a deal during his previous term. “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life,” he wrote.
While the US has not officially joined the hostilities, reports have indicated that Gulf nations have attempted to mediate by engaging Washington diplomatically. According to Reuters, Iran has reached out to countries in the Gulf region in a bid to urge the United States to press Israel toward a ceasefire.
There has been no breakthrough in peace negotiations so far.
Regional and Global Implications
The renewed violence between Israel and Iran represents one of the most serious escalations in the region in recent decades. Analysts have warned that further conflict could destabilise the broader Middle East, impact global energy markets, and trigger wider diplomatic fallout.
Both nations have extensive military capabilities, and the geographic scope of the conflict has already affected major urban centres and critical infrastructure.
In recent years, Iran and Israel have been locked in a proxy conflict, often clashing through cyber operations, regional militias, and covert strikes. However, the current exchange marks a direct and open confrontation between the two governments.
While some leaders have expressed concern about the widening violence, international mediation efforts have so far made little progress. The United Nations and other multilateral organisations have called for immediate de-escalation, but ground realities continue to deteriorate.
Context:
President Trump's comments underscore the broader challenges facing US foreign policy in the Middle East. Though no longer in office, his views continue to hold significant influence within sections of the American electorate and policymaking circles.
His remarks may also reflect political positioning ahead of upcoming electoral contests in the United States, where foreign policy remains a contentious issue. Meanwhile, the Biden administration has so far refrained from direct intervention in the Iran-Israel conflict, opting instead for behind-the-scenes diplomacy with regional allies.
The situation in Tehran and across the region remains tense, with many civilians now caught in the crossfire of two well-armed nations. As international leaders call for restraint, the world watches closely for any signs of resolution—or further escalation.
Writing on the social media platform Truth Social, President Trump reiterated his longstanding position against Iran acquiring nuclear capabilities. “Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran,” he wrote.
The post follows reports that Israeli forces have issued evacuation orders for parts of the Iranian capital. According to statements circulating on social media, Israeli military officials warned civilians to leave targeted areas in anticipation of air strikes focused on what they describe as “military infrastructure.”
The conflict, which began late last week, has seen an escalation in retaliatory attacks by both countries. Israeli air strikes have reportedly targeted Iranian nuclear facilities and government installations, while Iran has launched ballistic missiles at multiple Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv.
At the time of publication, there had been no confirmation from US government officials regarding President Trump’s post or any evacuation advisory issued through formal diplomatic channels.
No official US military action has been reported in the conflict so far, although the situation remains fluid. President Trump’s warning appears to be unilateral, with no indication that it reflects current United States foreign policy or intelligence assessments.
Nuclear Tensions and Political Messaging
President Trump has consistently taken a hardline stance on Iran’s nuclear programme. During his first term in office, he withdrew the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal, in 2018. He has since continued to argue that Iran should not be allowed to enrich uranium or develop nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
In the same social media post, Mr Trump criticised Iranian leaders for not accepting a deal during his previous term. “Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life,” he wrote.
While the US has not officially joined the hostilities, reports have indicated that Gulf nations have attempted to mediate by engaging Washington diplomatically. According to Reuters, Iran has reached out to countries in the Gulf region in a bid to urge the United States to press Israel toward a ceasefire.
There has been no breakthrough in peace negotiations so far.
Regional and Global Implications
The renewed violence between Israel and Iran represents one of the most serious escalations in the region in recent decades. Analysts have warned that further conflict could destabilise the broader Middle East, impact global energy markets, and trigger wider diplomatic fallout.
Both nations have extensive military capabilities, and the geographic scope of the conflict has already affected major urban centres and critical infrastructure.
In recent years, Iran and Israel have been locked in a proxy conflict, often clashing through cyber operations, regional militias, and covert strikes. However, the current exchange marks a direct and open confrontation between the two governments.
While some leaders have expressed concern about the widening violence, international mediation efforts have so far made little progress. The United Nations and other multilateral organisations have called for immediate de-escalation, but ground realities continue to deteriorate.
Context:
President Trump's comments underscore the broader challenges facing US foreign policy in the Middle East. Though no longer in office, his views continue to hold significant influence within sections of the American electorate and policymaking circles.
His remarks may also reflect political positioning ahead of upcoming electoral contests in the United States, where foreign policy remains a contentious issue. Meanwhile, the Biden administration has so far refrained from direct intervention in the Iran-Israel conflict, opting instead for behind-the-scenes diplomacy with regional allies.
The situation in Tehran and across the region remains tense, with many civilians now caught in the crossfire of two well-armed nations. As international leaders call for restraint, the world watches closely for any signs of resolution—or further escalation.
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