Tucker Carlson Warns of Possible US Nuclear Strike on Iran, Claims Netanyahu Is Pressuring Trump
US political commentator Tucker Carlson has alleged that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is pressuring President Donald Trump to consider a nuclear strike against Iran, raising concerns over the possibility of a dangerous new escalation in the Middle East.
In a statement published on November 2, Carlson identified Iran’s underground Pickaxe Mountain facility as a potential target, claiming that conventional US weapons may be unable to penetrate the extensive rock formations protecting the underground tunnels.
Carlson also alleged that divisions exist within the Trump administration, with Vice President JD Vance and special envoy Steve Witkoff favouring continued diplomatic negotiations, while other senior officials are pushing for renewed military operations.
He further claimed that Trump could make a decision on the possible use of nuclear weapons by November 7. However, no official deadline or authorization for a nuclear strike has been confirmed.
The allegations come despite Trump previously stating that the US would not need to use nuclear weapons against Iran, suggesting that conventional military options remain under consideration.
A nuclear strike would represent a major escalation beyond the conventional military campaign, potentially triggering wider retaliation, threatening regional security and creating serious consequences for global energy markets and international nuclear stability.
For now, the central question is whether Washington will continue pursuing a diplomatic settlement or face renewed pressure to resume military operations against Tehran.
Carlson’s claims about Netanyahu’s alleged lobbying and a potential nuclear strike have not been independently verified.