United States President Trump is reportedly considering limited military strikes on Iran. The goal is to pressure Tehran into agreeing to Washington’s nuclear deal terms.
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Trump plans to start with limited strikes. The intensity could increase if Iran does not comply or a deal is not reached. Officials indicate the operations could begin as early as this weekend.
This announcement followed Trump’s address to world leaders at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting. He warned Iran to reach a deal or face consequences, saying, “really bad things are gonna happen.” The U.S. president set a 10 to 15-day deadline for Tehran to respond.
Iran has vowed to retaliate in case of any U.S. military action. Officials stated, “We will not start a war, but Tehran will respond decisively and proportionately if subject to military aggression.” In a letter to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Iran warned that all U.S. bases in the region would be considered legitimate targets in such a scenario.
The threats from both sides follow a second round of diplomatic negotiations. Earlier, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that U.S. aircraft carriers could be targeted if Iran is attacked.
Experts say the situation reflects rising tensions in the Middle East. Analysts note that while Trump is pushing for a deal, any military action could escalate the conflict significantly. U.S. and Iranian officials continue to monitor the situation closely.
Military sources report that U.S. assets in the region have been moved in preparation for potential operations. The next two weeks are expected to be critical, with both countries closely observing each other’s moves.
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Observers emphasize that diplomatic efforts and warnings are being used in tandem. The international community is watching closely as the deadline set by Trump approaches.
