WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has signaled that the United States may resort to military action if Iran continues to reject a diplomatic deal. Speaking on Wednesday, Trump suggested the potential use of the strategic Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean for operations. While White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt noted that the President prefers diplomacy, she warned that Iran would be wise to reach an agreement. Adding to the pressure, Energy Secretary Chris Wright affirmed that the US is determined to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons through any means necessary.
The Wall Street Journal revealed that military officials have presented President Trump with various options, ranging from targeted strikes on nuclear and ballistic missile facilities to a broader campaign aimed at top Iranian political and military leaders. The massive buildup features advanced F-35 and F-22 stealth fighters and the deployment of a second aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, enabling a sustained, weeks-long military operation. While the White House maintains that diplomacy is the preferred path, the US remains committed to deterring Iran’s nuclear ambitions “one way or the other” (Iranintl) https://www.iranintl.com/en/liveblog/202602154712
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