Trump Hints at Further Strikes Against Iran, Cites Nuclear Aims
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
U.S. President Donald Trump hinted at potential further military strikes against Iran, emphasizing his commitment to preventing the country from acquiring nuclear weapons. He stated that "other presidents should have done this a long time ago" and that "they hit them hard, and maybe we will do it a little more." The remarks follow a report that U.S. and Israeli military officials have drafted plans for renewed strikes after the upcoming midterm elections, though the White House has not confirmed these plans.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- President Trump suggested the U.S. may conduct additional military strikes against Iran.
- Trump reiterated his goal to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- He stated that "other presidents should have done this a long time ago."
- The comments follow a report of joint U.S.-Israeli plans for renewed strikes.
- Trump expressed confidence the conflict with Iran is nearing its end.
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested Thursday that the United States might conduct further military strikes against Iran, reiterating his determination to prevent the Tehran regime from acquiring nuclear weapons. Speaking to reporters outside the White House before departing for a rally in Iowa, Trump stated, "I am doing what other presidents should have done. There is a price for this, and I knew it the moment I did it." He acknowledged that his decision to initiate action had drawn mixed reactions but emphasized that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons is a vital objective. "We cannot allow Iran to get nuclear weapons. In a way, people probably don't like it that much. But many people, many great patriots, actually like it very much," he said.
Trump further hinted at an expansion of U.S. military activity against Iran, declaring, "Other presidents should have done this a long time ago, this war in Iran. They hit them hard, and maybe we will do it a little more." His remarks came a day after he expressed confidence at a rally in South Carolina that the conflict with Iran was nearing its end. However, he clarified that Washington wants to ensure that the campaign's achievements are sustained before concluding military operations, adding, "It will be over very soon. We can leave right now, but we want to make sure it lasts a long time. When you look at what we have done, it is amazing. Our military is unbelievable."
These statements follow a report in The New York Times on Wednesday, which stated that American and Israeli military officials have developed detailed plans to resume strikes against Iran. According to the report, a new military campaign could begin after the November 3 midterm elections, although Trump has not yet authorized further operations. When questioned about the report, a White House official declined to confirm whether additional strikes were being considered, stating that the administration does not comment on military plans "that may or may not exist." The official added that Trump continues to keep all options on the table as part of Washington's efforts to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
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