Susanna Riva In an interview with a British financial newspaper, Donald Trump reiterated that the United States is not preparing a military strike against Iran . The president added that, while there is no set date, the US remains ready to act should circumstances require it, emphasizing that "it seems like we're getting everything we want."
Trump's words on the Iranian situation
When asked if signals sent by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated an imminent attack within the week, Trump replied: "I'm ready, we're ready. We're ready to act if necessary, but there may be no reason." He also stated that the US is not fighting a war against Iran, distinguishing the potential conflict from more definite ones, such as the war in Ukraine or the two world wars.
Warnings to Gulf countries and military movements
US diplomatic sources confirmed that they had warned Gulf countries of a possible campaign against Iran following the US midterm elections on November 3. At the same time, aircraft carriers , fighter jets, and bombers were observed moving into the region, as well as Patriot defense systems imported from Texas, signaling that “all options are still on the table.”
The Trump-Netanyahu Connection After the Israeli Elections
The Knesset elections strengthened the alliance between the White House and the Israeli government. Trump publicly expressed his support for Netanyahu, arguing that without the current leader, "America would have to do the work itself." This statement coincided with an electoral breakthrough that allowed the Likud to rally, transforming a potential defeat into an "unexpected comeback."
Operation “Epic Fury” and the possibility of a coordinated attack
During a campaign rally, Trump mentioned the availability of "another little Epic Fury," implying that a retaliatory strike against Iran could be launched with just hours' notice. Eight months ago, on February 28, the two leaders had already agreed on a rapid operation to "annihilate" Iran's nuclear program, despite the objections of Pentagon military advisers.
Despite tensions between the two allies—with Trump repeatedly berating Netanyahu for, in his view, "sabotaging" Middle East peace negotiations—US political and military support for Israel has remained unchanged. During this period, Israeli forces have intensified operations in the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of at least 74 Palestinians, while Washington has also tolerated actions in Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank.