Source: Fortune
Summary
President Donald Trump has ordered a new attack on Iran as soon as this weekend, according to the Wall Street Journal. The strikes aim to convince Tehran to surrender. Trump has threatened to retaliate forcibly after an attack on a US base in Jordan. The US is considering striking energy infrastructure, including oil refineries and power plants, which could be considered war crimes. Oil prices have risen, and Americans are frustrated about the cost of living and the war.
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The numbers tell one story. Trump’s threats to Iran have become a familiar ritual. The US military is preparing for a new attack, with potential targets including energy infrastructure. The president’s words are matched by rising oil prices and growing frustration among Americans. The war has depleted US munitions and caused unintended consequences, including the disruption of business and everyday life in the region. “At some point they’ll say we just can’t take it anymore” – a phrase that sounds like a negotiating tactic.
Author: Evan Null
