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On Saturday, former President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that the nation was about to be “hit very hard” as the US military’s “Operation Epic Fury” proceeded into its second week.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump declared, “Iran will be hit very hard today! We are seriously considering complete destruction and imminent consequences for Iran’s misbehavior. Areas and groups previously off the target list are now under consideration.”
Trump asserted that Iran had lost its status as the “Bully of the Middle East” following an apology from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian for attacks on its Gulf neighbors.
“Iran, currently facing severe defeat, has issued an apology and surrendered to its Middle Eastern neighbors, committing to cease their aggressive actions. This commitment is the result of unwavering U.S. and Israeli military efforts,” Trump commented.
He further mentioned, “Iran aimed to dominate the Middle East, but for the first time in millennia, they have faced defeat by neighboring countries. They expressed their gratitude to me, saying, ‘Thank you, President Trump.’ I simply replied, ‘You’re welcome!’”
In a pre-recorded message shared on Saturday, Pezeshkian apologized for the blitz of retaliatory attacks that struck Iran’s neighboring countries following the joint US-Israel attack.
The 71-year-old claimed Iran had the right to “take all necessary measures” to defend itself, but said Iran would stop attacking its neighbors as long as they didn’t launch strikes back.
Trump vowed Friday that there would be no peace until Iran’s “unconditional surrender.”
However, Pezeshkian seemingly responded to Trump’s demand.
“That’s a dream that they should take to their grave,” he said during his address.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.