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Donald Trump revives 'tough' approach to Iran, warns against nuclear weapon
President Donald Trump is touting "tough" new measures to confront Iran as he seeks to deter the country from getting a nuclear weapon, but said he hopes not to use them. Trump signed a presidential memorandum Tuesday authorizing more aggressive measures toward Iran. He also threatened "total obliteration" of the country if there is another attempt on his life by Tehran. "They can't have a nuclear weapon," Trump said, adding: "We'd be very tough if they insist on doing that." Trump aide Will Scharf said during the signing ceremony in the Oval Office that the memorandum "seeks to impose maximum pressure" on ... (full story)