Former U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly denied a report that claims he approved plans to attack Iran. The news came from The Wall Street Journal, which said Trump had told his top team that he was ready to strike Iran but was waiting to see if Iran would stop its nuclear program. Trump responded by saying the newspaper had “no idea” what he was really thinking.
This Breaking News has caught a lot of attention around the world, especially as tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States remain high.
Trump Responds to Report
On Thursday, Trump posted a message on his platform, Truth Social, saying,
“The Wall Street Journal has NO idea what my thoughts are concerning Iran!”
Later that same day, Trump’s press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, said that the former president will make a final decision within the next two weeks. Trump himself added that while he has some ideas, he prefers to make a final call “one second before it’s due.”
Focus on Iran’s Nuclear Site
According to U.S. officials, one key reason for the delay is the difficulty of destroying Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, which is buried deep inside a mountain. This site is a major concern for both Israel and the U.S.
- Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP): The U.S. has a very powerful bomb that might be able to destroy the site.
- Israel’s Limitations: Israel wants the site destroyed but does not have the necessary bunker-busting bombs or aircraft.
- Possible Nuclear Option: Some defense experts believe only a small tactical nuclear weapon could truly destroy Fordow.
A U.S. official said,
“We’re ready to strike Iran, but we’re not sure yet if it’s truly needed. The president wants to avoid action unless absolutely necessary.”
Room for Diplomacy
There is still a chance that talks with Iran could happen soon. Trump’s press secretary said:
“Because there might be serious negotiations with Iran in the near future, the president will wait and make a decision in the next two weeks.”
Iran responded strongly to the reports, saying it will not negotiate or accept peace “under duress” and criticized Trump as a “has-been warmonger.”
Mixed Reactions in the U.S.
Trump’s own political circle is divided over whether attacking Iran is a good idea. Some top supporters in the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement are worried that a new war in the Middle East goes against their “America First” beliefs.
- Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News host, had criticized Trump, but later called to apologize for his strong comments.
- Steve Bannon, Trump’s former strategist, said Trump could win support if he clearly explains his reasons to the American people.
Trump said,
“Tucker’s a nice guy. He called and apologized for saying I was complicit in war. I appreciated that.”
Rising Tensions in the Middle East
While Trump delays his decision, the U.S. military is getting ready in case of action:
- The Pentagon has sent multiple warships, including three Navy destroyers and two carrier strike groups, to the Middle East.
- The State Department has warned Americans to leave the region for their safety.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked Trump and called him “a great friend of Israel.”
This is one of the biggest stories in international politics right now. As the world waits for Trump’s final decision, the future of U.S.-Iran relations is uncertain. Will the U.S. take military action, or will talks win over war?
