U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the ‘full strength and might’ of the American military would be unleashed if Iran dares to attack the United States.
Trump made the statement on Sunday via his Truth Social platform, amid rising tensions following Israel’s recent strikes on Iran.
The conflict escalated after Israel launched a major offensive early Friday, targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites.
According to Iranian authorities, the strikes resulted in dozens of casualties, including senior military commanders and nuclear scientists.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue the assault, promising to strike “every target of the ayatollah regime.” In retaliation, Iran launched a series of deadly missile attacks.
Trump, distancing Washington from the operation, wrote:
“The United States had nothing to do with the attack on Iran, tonight.”
However, he warned that any aggression against the United States would be met with overwhelming retaliation.
“If we are attacked in any way, shape or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before,” Trump stated.
Despite the warning, Trump also expressed hope for a peaceful resolution, suggesting that a deal could still be reached between Iran and Israel to end the hostilities.
“We can easily get a deal done between Iran and Israel, and end this bloody conflict,” he added.
The hostilities come years after Trump withdrew the U.S. from a landmark nuclear deal with Iran in 2018, which had been negotiated under former President Barack Obama.
The withdrawal led to renewed sanctions against Tehran and has been a major point of contention ever since.
Meanwhile, on Friday, Trump reportedly urged Iran to seek a diplomatic solution, warning Tehran to make a deal or face even more brutal attacks from Israel.
