Trump Threatens 'Very Hard' Iran Strikes as US Media Reports Weekend Attacks

President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, threatening severe retaliation as U.S. media reported on potential renewed heavy attacks as early as this weekend. These reports suggest a possible escalation in the conflict that began on February 28 with joint U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran.

Trump stated Friday, "We'll be hitting him very hard and, you know, at some point they're going to say, 'We just can't take it anymore.'" The Wall Street Journal cited unnamed U.S. officials indicating Trump had ordered a fresh offensive aimed at compelling Tehran's surrender. CBS News reported that the U.S. and Israel are coordinating potential joint strikes on energy-related targets, such as oil refineries and power plants, possibly throughout the weekend.

Trump has consistently threatened to target Iran's vital infrastructure, particularly vowing to strike bridges or power plants in response to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump had not yet given final approval for the new campaign, coordination between Israel and the U.S. was reportedly underway. Some White House aides reportedly voiced strong objections to the plan during a cabinet meeting. If enacted, these strikes would mark Israel's first involvement in attacks on Iran since the initial phase of the war.

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We'll be hitting him very hard and, you know, at some point they're going to say, 'We just can't take it anymore.'