Source: Fox News
Summary
President Donald Trump stated that Americans should be prepared for continued fighting with Iran, predicting that Tehran would eventually “peter out” as U.S. strikes weaken its ability to retaliate. Trump acknowledged that the conflict could drag on despite his claims that the U.S. has decimated Iran’s military. The latest fighting complicates the administration’s earlier declarations that it had eliminated Iran’s ability to project military power. Trump also expressed pessimism about reaching a deal with Iran, accusing Tehran of lying about its negotiations with the U.S.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Trump’s remarks at a Cabinet meeting at Camp David, Maryland, were a familiar mix of confidence and caution. He predicted that Iran would eventually weaken and “peter out” under U.S. strikes. The President also acknowledged that the conflict could drag on, despite his earlier claims of a swift victory. The back-and-forth attacks have become a familiar pattern, with each side trading blows and accusing the other of aggression. Trump’s pessimism about a deal with Iran has become a recurring theme, as the U.S. approaches the November midterm elections.
Author: Evan Null
