Donald Trump Rules Out Immediate Strike on Iran

President Donald Trump ruled out an immediate military strike against Iran on Sunday, stating that Washington had no plans to launch an attack that day. While distancing himself from suggestions by US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack that a strike could have occurred over the weekend, Trump framed the current situation as a choice between reaching a diplomatic agreement or finishing the adversary off.

Trump stated he is prepared to take the necessary time to reach a great deal, prioritizing the prevention of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons, which he warned would cause death problems. He disclosed that he is reviewing two different sets of intelligence reports on the situation, some of which remain classified. Despite the preference for diplomacy, Trump acknowledged that further military action remains a possibility if negotiations fail, mentioning a potential Operation Epic Fury.

Regarding current military posture, Trump claimed the United States has established maritime dominance over the Strait of Hormuz and described the Navy's blockade of Iranian ports as unbelievable. In separate remarks, Trump expressed optimism for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, criticized European immigration policies, and accused Taiwan of stealing the U.S. chip industry through low-cost production.