Trump Claims Economic Pressure on Iran Is Crippling Its Military and Economy
In an interview with the conservative American TV channel Real America's Voice, former U.S. President Donald Trump outlined two powerful strategies to confront Iran: either strike them very hard militarily or defeat them economically through continued sanctions and blockades. Trump emphasized the economic approach, describing it as his current method, stating that Iran is in severe economic chaos. He noted that Iranian soldiers are not being paid and are deserting, making the situation unsustainable. Trump asserted, "Economically, they are in chaos. What they have, which was a lot, we have total control over. I am their banker. I am their banker!" He suggested maintaining pressure to exacerbate Iran's difficulties rather than easing sanctions.
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