US warns of 'kinetic attacks' if necessary against Iran

A high-ranking U.S. official has issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that the United States is prepared to employ "kinetic attacks" if deemed necessary. The official, speaking to reporters after a visit to a military base in Wisconsin, emphasized that Iran should refrain from provoking the American military.

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If we have to use kinetic attacks, we will use them. We will do what we have to do if Iran uses its cards too much or messes with the American army.

"If we have to use kinetic attacks, we will use them," the official declared. "We will do what we have to do if Iran uses its cards too much or messes with the American army." This statement underscores a readiness for direct military engagement should diplomatic or economic measures prove insufficient or if Iran escalates tensions.

The official further elaborated on the current U.S. strategy, asserting that "economic pressure" is the most effective means of inflicting damage on Iran at present. This aligns with the ongoing U.S. policy of imposing sanctions aimed at crippling Iran's economy and limiting its resources.

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The thing that is 'hurting Iran the most' right now is economic pressure.

Highlighting U.S. strategic dominance, the official pointed to the control over the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran cannot pass anything through (the Strait of Hormuz). We can pass. The world economy is aware of this, and that's why they have made a big bet on controlling the Strait, but they have not succeeded," the official stated. This assertion emphasizes the critical chokepoint's significance in global trade and the U.S. military's capability to influence maritime traffic in the region.

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Iran cannot pass anything through (the Strait of Hormuz). We can pass. The world economy is aware of this, and that's why they have made a big bet on controlling the Strait, but they have not succeeded.