State Dept Spox Dodges Question on US Desire for Iran Regime Change

US Stance on Iran

• ❓ A reporter directly asked State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce if the US government desires regime change in Iran.
• 🚫 Bruce declined to directly address the question, stating it would require speculation and speaking on behalf of the president, which she would not do.

Diplomatic Posture

• 🌍 The spokesperson emphasized that the US administration's activities and special envoys have consistently focused on negotiations and diplomatic solutions.
• 🕊️ She reiterated that the administration's constant posture has been rooted in seeking peaceful resolutions to long-standing global problems.

Intelligence on Iran's Nuclear Program

• 🇮🇱 When asked about US and Israeli government alignment on intelligence regarding Iran's nuclear weapons program, Bruce deferred the question.
• 🏛️ She stated that such inquiries would be better directed to the White House or the National Security Council.