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Trump: Decision on large-scale Iran attack imminent, US fully prepared
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Trump: Decision on large-scale Iran attack imminent, US fully prepared

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a decision on a large-scale attack against Iran is imminent.
  • Trump stated that the U.S. has completed all preparations for such an operation.
  • The potential attack could be larger than previous operations, signaling a significant escalation in tensions.

U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed that a decision regarding a large-scale military strike against Iran is imminent. Speaking on June 23, Trump stated that the United States has finalized all preparations for the operation.

I am moments away from making a decision. We have completed all preparations.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump stated the U.S. was ready for a large-scale attack on Iran.

Trump alluded to the "Epic Fury" operation conducted in February, suggesting the potential new attack could be even larger in scale. He indicated that the decision to proceed is very close, stating, "I am moments away from making a decision. We have completed all preparations."

If I ask, Israel will join (the attack on Iran) in 2 minutes.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump discussed potential Israeli involvement in an attack on Iran.

This announcement follows a period of limited airstrikes against Iran after the termination of a memorandum of understanding on ending the war. The potential for a full-scale resumption of hostilities raises concerns about regional stability. Trump also mentioned that Israel would join an attack if requested, but asserted that the U.S. does not need assistance, while acknowledging potential Iranian retaliation.

We don't need anyone.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump asserted U.S. independence in potential military action against Iran.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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