Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated on Sunday that a nuclear agreement with Iran may not materialize, following months of conflict with the country. In an interview on ABC News' "This Week," Wright mentioned, "There may not be a nuclear agreement. It may be simply destroying their capabilities to do it. An agreement may await a next administration in Iran. We simply don't know that."
When asked about U.S. strategies to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons without a formal agreement, Wright indicated that the U.S. has significantly impaired Iran's ability to produce nuclear weapons through military actions. He stated, "We are degrading their capacity to develop nuclear weapons and ultimately to deliver them, if they develop them. This is not trivial, but the United States will get the job done, and we will work in cooperation with our allies in the region."
Last month, President Trump expressed doubts about reaching a satisfactory deal with Iran, emphasizing that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons. He reiterated this sentiment on social media, stating he "could not care less" if a deal was reached.
Wright's comments come amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with recent military actions reported. He noted that Iran is struggling to maintain its military capabilities and that the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports could lead to significant changes in Iran's regime or policies.
In response to questions about oil production, Wright reported that the seven-day average of oil flow from the region has reached over nine million barrels a day, the highest recorded. He also commented on future gasoline prices, suggesting that market trends indicate a potential decrease.
Wright mentioned the U.S. influence over Venezuela's oil sales, stating that the U.S. is working in partnership with Venezuela, which is leading to significant investments and a positive outlook for the region.