Former President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran, stating they must not pursue nuclear weapons, threatening severe consequences if they do. He indicated that if re-elected, he would consider allowing Syria to take a more active role in countering Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group backed by Iran. Trump criticized the Biden administration’s handling of Iran, claiming his own policies had previously deterred Iranian aggression. He suggested Syria, under President Bashar al-Assad, could be a valuable partner in regional security despite its controversial human rights record. The former president did not detail specific mechanisms for Syria’s involvement but emphasized a need to address Hezbollah’s presence. This statement marks a potential shift in US policy regarding both Syria and Iran, raising questions about regional stability and the future of counter-terrorism efforts. The comments were made during a recent interview.