Washington is buzzing with speculation about a potential US strike on Iran, but President Donald Trump has swiftly shut down the rumors. In a series of pointed posts on Truth Social, Trump rejected claims that military action is imminent, insisting any operation would be a straightforward victory if ordered.
Recent reports from outlets like The Wall Street Journal highlighted Pentagon concerns over a prolonged military campaign against Iran. Officials warned of risks including damage to US and allied forces, along with vulnerabilities in Iran’s air defenses. These cautions, primarily voiced by Joint Chiefs Chairman General Dan Caine during internal Defense Department discussions and National Security Council meetings, have fueled media narratives.
Trump fired back, labeling the stories ‘100 percent wrong.’ He clarified that General Caine, whom he affectionately called ‘Razin’ at times, opposes war but recognizes the US could win decisively. ‘General Caine, like all of us, doesn’t want war, but if a decision is made to go military against Iran, his view is that it would be easily won,’ Trump wrote.
The president emphasized his sole decision-making authority, preferring a strong deal over none. Without an agreement, he warned, Iran faces dire consequences for its people, whom he described as remarkable. Trump also referenced past successes, noting Caine’s role in the ‘Midnight Hammer’ operation that demolished Iranian nuclear facilities using B-2 bombers.
This comes amid fierce backlash on Capitol Hill. Democratic Senator Chris Coons questioned the buildup of US air and naval power near Iran, just a year after strikes on its nuclear program. ‘Congress and the American people deserve answers on our objectives in Iran,’ Coons demanded, stressing the need for clarity on protecting troops and ending any conflict.
Coons acknowledged Iran cannot be allowed nuclear weapons but doubted strikes would deter them, potentially endangering US lives. Representative Seth Moulton echoed these sentiments, accusing Trump of dragging America into ‘Iraq War 2.0’ without a clear strategy or cost assessment. He blamed Trump for scrapping a prior deal, urging Congress to prevent history from repeating the Bush-era Iraq debacle.
As tensions simmer in the Middle East, Trump’s defiant stance underscores his administration’s hardline approach, leaving observers watching closely for the next move.