U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran’s missile stockpile has been significantly depleted, asserting that Tehran will ultimately have no option but to enter into a new agreement.
In an interview with NBC News, Trump said Iran is left with only “21 to 22 percent” of its missile capacity. He did not provide specific intelligence details or evidence to support the figure but insisted that mounting pressure is pushing Iran toward negotiations.
“Iran will be forced to take steps it never imagined,” Trump said, suggesting that ongoing tensions and strategic measures are narrowing Tehran’s choices. He added that resolving such conflicts requires time and that complex geopolitical disputes cannot be settled overnight.
The president maintained that developments are moving in a direction where Iran would eventually seek dialogue. “The situation is heading toward a point where they will have to come to the table,” he stated.
Earlier, while speaking to reporters, Trump described his administration as achieving “tremendous success” in handling the Iran file. He reiterated Washington’s long-standing position that Iran must not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons under any circumstances.
According to Trump, Iran is not currently in a position to possess a nuclear weapon, emphasizing that the United States remains firm in its policy of prevention. He did not elaborate on whether new diplomatic initiatives or additional sanctions were under consideration.
Addressing concerns about tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump noted that a large number of oil tankers continue to transit the vital maritime passage. However, he declined to specify exact figures. The strait serves as one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, with a substantial share of global oil shipments passing through its waters.
Trump expressed optimism that the situation surrounding the Strait of Hormuz would stabilize soon. He predicted that once conditions normalize, global oil prices are likely to decline — potentially falling below their current levels.
While Iranian officials have not immediately responded to the latest remarks, analysts say such statements are likely to add to already heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran.
