Trump warns Iran against targeting US officials
The US President stated he would not hesitate to use military force if Iran threatens American allies or maritime interests.
US President Donald Trump issued a warning to Iran on Thursday, stating that anyone responsible for attacking American officials would face total destruction. According to the Times of India, Trump made these remarks during a phone interview with Salem News Channel when asked how Washington would react if Iran killed a senior official.
The warning follows reports that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent moved from his Washington, DC, residence to a US military base earlier this week. This relocation occurred after alleged threats to his life linked to Iran.
Trump said he would show no hesitation in using military force to stop Iran from threatening ships or allies. He also claimed that the US has total control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.
Regarding the conflict, Trump asserted that US operations are progressing well and that Washington is currently extracting more oil than before the hostilities began. He noted that the current pace of fighting has lasted for three weeks and that no one has been killed in the last five months.
The US President described the current Iranian leadership as a collapsing regime. He added that if the current leadership remained in power after his presidency ended, he would consider it a defeat.
Trump indicated that the US could increase its military response depending on how the situation develops, stating it is possible he could take action immediately if circumstances changed.