Trump's new threat to Iran: 'Will strike hard again'

President Donald Trump issued stark warnings to Iran, declaring that the United States would deliver "hard" strikes again if the country does not sign a deal. The escalating tensions follow recent clashes between the U.S. and Iran over the past few days.

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We attacked them yesterday and we will strike them hard today.

Trump stated on Wednesday, "We attacked them yesterday and we will strike them hard today." This comes after an incident where a U.S. attack helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. alleges Iran shot down the helicopter, a claim Iran denies. This event has triggered retaliatory attacks from both nations.

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We hit hard yesterday and we will hit them hard again today. We'll see what happens with the deal.

Overnight Tuesday, Iran targeted several U.S. bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. Prior to these strikes, the U.S. had attacked multiple targets within Iran. Amidst this volatile situation, President Trump has alternated between suggesting a peace deal is imminent and threatening further attacks.

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Based on the helicopter, I assume we have the right to do that.

On Wednesday, Trump accused Iran of delaying the signing of a fully negotiated agreement, stating they would have to "pay the price." He asserted that the U.S. has the right to continue attacking Iran, particularly based on the helicopter incident. Iran, however, claims that U.S. attacks have damaged civilian infrastructure, including two water reservoirs. President Masoud Pezeshkian commented on X that the attacks demonstrate desperation rather than strength.

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The attacks are not a sign of strength but a sign of desperation.