Trump Says U.S. May Strike Iran Again Soon
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WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was an hour away from ordering a military strike on Iran before postponing the attack, and warned the United States may resume limited strikes within two to three days if negotiations fail, saying Washington cannot allow Iran to acquire a new nuclear weapon.
Trump told reporters Gulf allies requested the postponement and reported progress in Pakistan-brokered talks, while the U.S. Treasury's OFAC on Tuesday designated an Iranian currency exchange house and related front companies. The president set a timeline — mentioning Friday, the weekend or early next week — increasing diplomatic pressure and raising the prospect of renewed action if talks collapse.
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Timeline
- 1. Late February: Strikes initiated against Iranian targets, escalating regional tensions.
- 2. 8 April: A truce was agreed, temporarily reducing major hostilities.
- 3. 19 May: President Trump says he postponed a strike and was 'an hour away' from attacking.
- 4. 19 May: U.S. Treasury's OFAC designates an Iranian currency exchange house and front companies.
- 5. Following days: Trump stipulates a two- to three-day window for possible limited strikes if talks fail.
Why it matters
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