Washington, July 15: President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that if the country does not return to the negotiating table by next week, the United States will target its power plants and bridges. Trump emphasized that American attacks will intensify in the coming days.
In an interview with Fox News, Trump declared, “We will launch a strong attack tonight. Then we will attack again tomorrow night. The situation for Iran will worsen in the following week.”
He explained that the U.S. is preparing to strike Iran’s energy infrastructure in the final phase of its operations. “We will ultimately target energy-related sites, but they will be attacked in due course. Next week, the focus will shift to power plants, followed by bridges,” Trump stated.
Trump reiterated that if Iran remains unwilling to negotiate, all its power plants and bridges will be destroyed. “If they do not come to the negotiating table, we will devastate all their power plants and bridges,” he warned.
When asked if he believes Iran is serious about reaching an agreement, Trump responded, “I think they have no other option left.”
He also mentioned that U.S. attacks will continue until he deems the mission accomplished. “The attacks will persist until I say enough is enough. They still have some fighting strength left, but not much,” he added.
During the interview, Trump was asked about the possibility of seizing Kharg Island, a major oil export hub for Iran. He did not provide a clear answer and did not explicitly rule out ground military operations.
“If I felt it was necessary, I would clearly say ‘no.’ Sometimes ground operations are needed, but others can handle that for us,” he noted.
Trump claimed that the U.S. has already attacked Kharg Island but did not intentionally damage the oil facilities, as it could impact the global economy.
He stated, “If necessary, future attacks on oil-related infrastructure could occur, but I see that as unlikely.”
Trump also asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is open for international vessels but closed to Iranian ships. “If people want to pass through, it is open. We are not opening it for Iran. It is only closed to Iran,” he explained.
Fox News reported that only ten vessels passed through the strait on Monday, which is less than 10% of the usual traffic.
Trump added that just an hour before the interview, his representatives had communicated with Iranian officials. When asked what message was conveyed to Iran, he said, “They were clearly told to reach an agreement, or they will have nothing left, and no one will be left.”
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