Key Highlights
- For now, he has not officially confirmed any decision to attack. The comments come as US warships and an aircraft carrier strike group are set to arrive in the Middle East, according to US officials cited by Reuters.
- What Did President Trump Say?In the viral audio, Trump is heard saying the US has many ships heading toward Iran, adding that he hopes force will not be used but stressed that Washington is “watching very closely.” He said the US has a powerful naval presence moving into position and the situation could still change, depending on Iran’s actions.
- The remarks were made while Trump was flying to Joint Base Andrews.
- Israeli outlet N12 reported that the US is expected to complete its military deployment in the Middle East within days.
- According to the report, once deployment is finished, a potential strike on Iran would become a matter of timing and political decision.
