Washington DC, Aug. 21 -- As tensions continue to escalate between the US and Iran, with the conflict dragged on for months, President Trump reiterated the claims of destruction of Tehran's military infrastructure, while also reiterating the stance for Iran not to acquire nuclear weapons.

Trump made the remarks in an interview with 77 WABC, whose excerpts were shared by RapidResponse47 in a post on X.

He said, "We're (USA) essentially controlling and soon will be controlling the straits. We're doing very well with Iran... The Navy's gone, the Air Force is gone, the leadership is gone."

Trump further went on to underline that due to the deaths of key members of the Iranian leadership, the talks on the deal have been tough.

"Part of the...