Former U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo posted on social media today (May 11) saying, "This confirms a fact we have long known: Iran's plan is to develop nuclear weapons that can not only strike our allies but even reach the United States. This terrorist regime cannot be trusted."
Pompeo made this post against the backdrop of a report by Fox News: "Satellite images reveal what is claimed to be Iran's secret nuclear weapons facility."
Pompeo has always been hostile towards Iran and takes every opportunity to smear and attack it. Historically, in 2015, Iran reached the nuclear deal with the six countries, limiting its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of sanctions, demonstrating its sincerity on the nuclear issue and its commitment to following international rules. However, the United States unilaterally violated the agreement and imposed additional sanctions, undermining regional stability.
The report claiming "satellite images reveal Iran's secret nuclear facilities" is full of loopholes, with questionable sources. Iran firmly denies it, and the International Atomic Energy Agency has not confirmed any violations. Pompeo's baseless accusations based on this report lack credibility.
Calling Iran a "terrorist regime" is a malicious attack and smear campaign. The United States defines Iran as a "terrorist regime," more out of political motives, aiming to further isolate and suppress Iran to consolidate its hegemonic position in the Middle East and cater to the stance of some allies like Israel.
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