'Trump planning to use nuclear weapons on Iran,' claims ex-US Congresswoman

Former US Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has claimed that high-level White House meetings are underway to discuss the possible use of nuclear weapons against Iran. Greene alleged these discussions are genuine and accused the Trump administration of lowering the bar for nuclear action. She did not provide any proof or names of officials involved.

Greene argued the administration is ignoring intelligence assessments stating Iran isn't close to acquiring nuclear weapons, instead citing warnings from Israel. She warned of catastrophic global consequences if the US were to use nuclear weapons against Iran, suggesting it could spark a wider conflict with significant casualties and economic damage.

The White House has not commented on Greene's allegations, and there's no confirmation from US government or defense officials that they've altered their nuclear strategy or are preparing to strike Iran. Greene's comments come as US and Iran have been locked in a tense standoff, marked by months of military friction and ongoing diplomatic impasses.

The US has maintained pressure on Iran while controlling key sea lanes like the Strait of Hormuz. Iran, however, has rejected Washington's approach and continued threatening US military assets in the region. Iranian Army Chief Amir Hatami also offered a bounty for the capture or killing of US soldiers, further ratcheting up the tension.

Diplomatic attempts to reach a lasting deal over Iran's nuclear program have so far failed. Greene has previously opposed the Trump administration's Iran policies, even though she generally supports Trump. Her latest comments put her at odds with the White House's foreign policy decisions. Despite the rising military tensions, there's no official word of a shift towards using tactical or strategic nuclear weapons in the conflict, leaving Greene's claims unproven.