Trump foreshadows 'large-scale attack' on Iran, exceeding 'Epic Fury'
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- U.S. President Donald Trump indicated that the U.S. is considering a "large-scale attack" against Iran, potentially larger than "Epic Fury."
- Trump stated that Iran has not suffered enough and is not ready for a deal, despite expressing a desire for negotiations.
- The comments come amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, including Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea.
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled a potential for significant military action against Iran. Trump stated in an interview with Axios that the U.S. is seriously considering resuming large-scale combat operations, which could surpass the scope of the "Epic Fury" operation conducted earlier this year.
"It will be an attack of a magnitude that has not been seen before. We will be making a decision soon," Trump told Axios, adding that "all preparations have been completed." He also expressed that Iran has not yet endured sufficient suffering and is not prepared for a resolution, despite its stated interest in negotiations.
It will be an attack of a magnitude that has not been seen before. We will be making a decision soon. All preparations have been completed.
The remarks come as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran enters its 12th day, with further regional instability fueled by the Houthi rebels' blockade of shipping routes targeting Saudi Arabia. The situation remains highly volatile, with the U.S. signaling a readiness to escalate its military posture in the region.
They have not suffered enough yet.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.