Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) said Sunday evening that President Trump is right to 'unleash hell' on those who killed U.S. soldiers, and that additional strikes will weaken Iran's ability to hold the Strait of Hormuz hostage, according to reports on Israeli social media.
Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) issued a statement Sunday evening backing President Trump's decision to escalate military strikes against those responsible for killing U.S. soldiers. Cotton said the strikes would 'protect Americans and weaken Iran's ability to hold the Strait of Hormuz hostage.' The remarks come as the Trump administration continues to weigh military options against Iran. As The Zioneer has previously reported, Cotton has been a vocal supporter of heavy sanctions on Iran and has warned of Tehran's 'terror attacks.' The statement was quoted on social media; its timing and exact context remain unconfirmed.
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