President Donald Trump said Wednesday that he could destroy Iran's power plants but is hesitant because 91 million people would be left without electricity, calling it a 'very delicate balance.' He said he wants to avoid it if possible, according to The Zioneer.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday addressed the option of destroying Iran's electricity infrastructure, stating that while he has the capability to do so, he is concerned about the humanitarian impact on 91 million civilians. 'It's a very delicate balance and I want to avoid it if possible,' he said. The remarks add a new dimension to Trump's public stance on Iran, where he has previously threatened to 'wipe out' power plants while also expressing a preference for a diplomatic resolution. The statement comes amid ongoing US air operations against Iranian military targets and the pursuit of the Islamabad Agreement, a diplomatic framework that has caused friction between Washington and Jerusalem.
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- StrongTrump says he can destroy Iran's bridges within an hour, power plants in a day
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