"Not Enough Pain": Report Says Trump May Decide On "Massive" Iran Attack Soon
US President Donald Trump is considering a significant military strike against Iran, stating that current diplomatic efforts have not caused enough 'pain' to force a deal. While officials confirm no final decision has been made, the region faces heightened tensions due to ongoing conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
Why it matters
The potential for a massive military escalation in the Middle East poses significant risks to global oil shipping routes and regional stability.
US President Donald Trump says he is seriously weighing a fresh round of military action against Iran, warning that any new operation could be even larger than the strikes carried out during Operation Epic Fury.Speaking to Axios on Thursday, Trump said he has not yet made a final decision on it, but that such an attack would have consequences."I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it," the president said.Two US officials told the publication that no decision has been made and no new military orders have been issued.
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