The recommendation from the scientists to the President on using the atomic bomb on July 17th, 1945 was:
- That the use of the bomb is not justified unless the terms which will be imposed after war on Japan are made public and Japan has an opportunity to surrender.
This recommendation emphasized the importance of transparency regarding the post-war terms and giving Japan a chance to surrender before resorting to the use of the atomic bomb. It reflected ethical considerations and the aim to minimize human suffering by seeking a diplomatic resolution before using such a destructive weapon.