President Donald Trump stated early Friday morning that a decisive victory over Iran is imminent and that he was forced to use the military now. Trump also said the US built a strong military during his first term and faces great global challenges, according to his statement.
President Donald Trump issued a statement early Friday morning vowing a decisive victory over Iran 'very soon' and asserting that he was forced to use the military now. The remarks, circulated on Israeli Telegram channels, come amid a prolonged period of tension between the US and Iran. Trump noted that the US built a large and strong military during his first term, and that 'America is back and doing a very good job.' The statement did not specify whether the military action has already begun or is imminent.
The Zioneer has reported multiple similar statements from Trump in recent weeks, including on July 15 when he said Iran would be defeated 'very soon,' on July 6 when he said the US would defeat Iran 'whether pleasantly or some other way,' and on June 28 when he warned the US may be forced to 'militarily complete the job.' The pattern of rhetoric continues without a clear timeline for a final resolution.
It remains unclear whether the statement signals an actual escalation in US military posture or is a continuation of Trump's characteristic negotiating style. No official confirmation from the Pentagon or other US government sources has been reported.
2 developments
- DevelopingTrump: 'We will defeat Iran, whether pleasantly or some other way'
- DevelopingTrump says Iran will be defeated 'very soon'
- DevelopingTrump says US achieved nearly all goals in Iran negotiations, claims military victory
- DevelopingTrump delivers live address to nation, expected to address election integrity, economy, Iran
Source and signal
- Internal intake