Trump Discusses US Elections, Iran Deal, and Military Operations
Translated & summarized from Abu Ali Express by baba
Former President Donald Trump stated in a "60 Minutes" interview that voters disliked the war and rising fuel prices, and expressed surprise at hostility towards Israel. He dismissed Iran's nuclear capabilities and denied any intention to escalate conflict, believing a deal was close before the midterms. Trump also claimed a military operation, "Pickaxe Mountain," could be completed in an hour if needed.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Donald Trump noted voter dissatisfaction with war and fuel prices, and surprising hostility toward Israel.
- Trump dismissed Iran's nuclear capabilities, stating "they have nothing" and it's buried.
- He denied intentions to escalate conflict with Iran after the midterm elections.
- Trump claimed a deal with Iran was close before the midterms and will eventually be reached.
- He stated a military operation, "Pickaxe Mountain," could be completed in an hour if necessary.
In an interview with "60 Minutes," former President Donald Trump commented on the recent US midterm elections, suggesting voters were unhappy with the war and rising fuel prices, and noted a surprising level of hostility towards Israel. He also indicated potential changes to his cabinet, stating he likes his current members but might make adjustments.
Regarding Iran, Trump dismissed concerns about its nuclear program, claiming "they have nothing" and that any materials are buried under tons of rock. He stated he has no intention of escalating conflict with Iran following the midterms, believing there is no reason to do so. Trump also asserted that he was close to reaching a deal with Iran before the elections, suggesting the results gave Tehran hope and that a deal would have been secured had the elections not occurred. He expressed confidence that a deal would eventually be reached.
Addressing a military operation referred to as "Pickaxe Mountain," Trump claimed that if it were necessary, it could be completed within an hour, but stated it is not currently being pursued as Iran has other issues to contend with.
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