Former IAEA Chief Warns Gulf Nations Against Trump's Provocative Threats
Ex-UN Nuclear Watchdog Head Urges Gulf Nations To Stop "Madman" Trump's Attacks
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Mohamed El-Baradei, the former director of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has called on Gulf nations to take action to prevent U.S. President Donald Trump from escalating tensions in the region. His warning follows Trump's threats to Iran, which could lead to severe regional conflict.
- 01Former IAEA chief Mohamed El-Baradei warns Gulf nations about Trump's threats.
- 02El-Baradei describes Trump as a 'madman' potentially igniting conflict.
- 03Trump's ultimatum to Iran includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
- 04El-Baradei calls for international intervention to prevent escalation.
- 05He previously led the IAEA during critical times in Iran's nuclear controversy.
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Mohamed El-Baradei, who served as the director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from 1997 to 2009, urged Gulf nations to act decisively to prevent U.S. President Donald Trump from escalating tensions in the Middle East. El-Baradei described Trump as a 'madman' who could turn the region into 'a ball of fire' following Trump's recent threats to Iran. The former IAEA chief's comments came after Trump issued an ultimatum, stating that Iran must negotiate a deal or face severe consequences, including the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blocked amid rising tensions. El-Baradei expressed frustration over the lack of international action to curb what he termed 'madness,' tagging various global leaders and organizations in his plea for intervention. He is notably recognized for his leadership during the early controversies surrounding Iran's nuclear program and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005 for promoting peaceful nuclear energy.
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El-Baradei's warning highlights the potential for increased regional conflict, which could affect oil prices and security in Gulf nations.
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