US President Donald Trump has said he is close to making a decision on a “massive attack” on Iran, describing it as larger than any previous US operation against the country.
According to the report, Trump made the remarks in recent interviews while addressing the escalation in the region. He did not give a timeline, but said the US is weighing options in response to what he called Iranian aggression toward American assets and shipping.
Tensions have risen sharply in recent weeks. The US and Iran have exchanged accusations over attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes. Washington has also cited Iran’s missile tests and proxy activity as reasons for a tougher response. Tehran, for its part, has warned of retaliation if the US carries out further strikes, and has continued to push back against sanctions.
The situation has had immediate market effects. Oil prices have climbed above $100 per barrel as traders factor in the risk of disruption to Gulf shipping. Energy analysts say any direct US-Iran confrontation would likely push prices higher and impact supply chains across Asia, Europe, and BRICS economies that rely heavily on Middle East oil.
Diplomatic efforts remain stalled. Attempts at interim deals over Iran’s nuclear program and regional activity have failed in recent months, leaving sanctions and military posturing as the main tools in use…See_More
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