US President Donald Trump has claimed that the United States sent weapons earlier this year to protesters in Iran through Kurdish groups, according to an interview with Fox News. Trump said the arms were routed via “the Kurds”, adding that he believes the weapons may have been retained by them. The remarks come amid heightened tensions with Iran, even as Tehran has denied claims of ongoing negotiations with Washington.
Trump claimed that the United States had sent weapons earlier this year to protesters in Iran via Kurdish groups. He said, “We sent them a lot of guns… through the Kurds,” but did not provide further details or clarification on the recipients.
He added that he believes Kurdish groups may have retained control of the arms, raising questions over the claim and its implications.
The Kurds are an ethnic group primarily spread across regions of Turkey, Iraq, Iran and Syria, and have long sought greater autonomy or independence. Kurdish groups have been involved in various political movements and conflicts across the region, often positioning themselves as key actors in both local and international geopolitical dynamics.
In Iran, Kurdish communities have periodically participated in protests over political rights and economic conditions. While demonstrations have emerged at different points, their scale and nature have varied, with authorities closely monitoring such activities.
Trump’s remarks linking Kurdish groups to arms transfers are likely to add another layer of complexity to an already volatile situation, as tensions continue to rise between the US and Iran.
Trump also said he could take drastic action if Iran does not agree to terms soon. “If they don’t make a deal, and fast, I’m considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil,” he was quoted as saying.
He further warned that Iran could see widespread infrastructure strikes, adding that “bridges and power plants” across the country could be targeted. Despite the aggressive rhetoric, Trump claimed that some Iranian officials are currently engaged in negotiations and expressed hope that a deal could be reached by Monday.
However, Iranian authorities have rejected earlier assertions by Trump that Tehran is actively seeking an agreement, signalling a continuing gap between both sides’ positions.
