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US PRESIDENT TRUMP WEIGHS MILITARY ACTION AGAINST IRAN, SAYS “I MAY DO IT, I MAY NOT DO IT”
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CapitalTimesNews / 3 days
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US President Donald Trump has sparked further uncertainty over potential US involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, stating “I may do it, I may not do it” when questioned about possible military action against Iran. Trump added that “nobody knows what I want to do,” emphasizing the unpredictability of his decision-making. The president’s comments came as Israel continued its airstrikes on Iranian targets, with the UN nuclear watchdog reporting that two Iranian centrifuge production sites were hit overnight. Iran retaliated with a hypersonic missile strike on Israel. Trump’s stance on the conflict appears to be multifaceted. On one hand, he has expressed a desire to avoid costly foreign entanglements and wants to be known as a “peacemaker.” On the other hand, he believes Iran should not have a nuclear weapon under any circumstances. “Two very simple words: unconditional surrender,” Trump said, adding that Iran’s air defenses have been “decimated.” Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected Trump’s call for surrender, warning of “irreparable harm” if the US joins Israeli attacks. “The Iranian nation will not surrender,” Khamenei said in a televised statement. The Iranian government has also pushed back against Trump’s claims that Iranian officials are seeking to negotiate at the White House. “No Iranian official has asked to grovel at the gates of the White House,” Iran’s diplomatic mission to the UN said in a statement. As tensions escalate, the US has positioned military assets in the region, with US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declining to confirm or deny potential military action against Iran. The conflict’s trajectory remains uncertain, with Trump’s unpredictability and Iran’s defiance contributing to the complex situation. Meanwhile, Israel’s strikes have resulted in significant damage and casualties in Iran, with reports indicating that over 224 civilians, including women and children, have been killed. The conflict’s impact on the region and global stability continues to grow, with diplomatic efforts struggling to find traction.