Trump says Iran strikes are ‘highly unlikely’ if talks progress
The US president says a strong agreement on Iran’s nuclear programme and the Strait of Hormuz could avert renewed attacks, while keeping open the option of further strikes.
Donald Trump said renewed US strikes on Iran were highly unlikely if talks make progress on its nuclear programme and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. CNBCThe Hill
Trump said any deal would need to be strong and that he could still order attacks, including on bridges and power plants, if he considered them necessary. CNBCThe Hill
Task Force Iron Gate was operating in Iran, Trump said. US Central Command described the initiative as targeting the movement of weapons, sanctioned materials and other goods across Iran’s land borders and the Caspian Sea. CNBC