President Donald Trump said 'you will see' when asked what he will do with Iran after calling the current round the final one, and confirmed the US has the ability to escalate, according to Israeli media (Channel 12).
President Donald Trump made the remarks on Monday evening, according to a report by Israel's Channel 12. The comments come amid ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations, with Trump having previously stated that the current round of talks is the final one. When pressed on what steps he would take next, Trump responded cryptically: 'You will see.' Asked whether the United States has the capability to escalate militarily, he answered in the affirmative, saying they have the ability to do so. The statement adds to a series of Trump comments on Iran in recent weeks, as diplomatic efforts continue.
3 developments
- DevelopingTrump: US can strike Iran with 'great force'
- ConfirmedTrump: 'We will cripple Iran with full force, but we'll see how it ends'
- DevelopingTrump warns Israel against further retaliation, says Iran signaled willingness to pause attacks if Israel reciprocates
- StrongTrump tells Fox News Iran will have 'no choice but to surrender'
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