US President Donald Trump indicated that the likelihood of new military attacks from the US would be very low if progress is made in negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. However, he warned that if no agreement is reached, the US could take military action again.
In an interview with CNN on Sunday, November 8, Trump stated that further military action would depend on the agreement between the two countries. He claimed that the US military is fully prepared and that three aircraft carriers are present in the region. Trump warned that the US has identified 38 bridges in Iran as potential targets, which could be destroyed within an hour if necessary.
He also mentioned the possibility of attacks on power plants. However, he stated that they do not want to damage infrastructure that could take years to rebuild. The ongoing conflict between the US and Iran has led to significant fluctuations in crude oil prices in the international market.
Concerns about global energy supply remain due to the impact on shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, following a setback for the Republican Party in the US midterm elections and victories for the Democratic Party in both houses of Congress, there is an expectation of increased political pressure on the Trump administration to end the conflict. On the other hand, the US has launched a new campaign called 'Task Force Iron Gate' to maintain pressure on Iran.
According to US Central Command, the aim is to prevent the supply of advanced weapons, dual-use technologies, and restricted materials to Iran. This campaign will be in addition to the ongoing US naval blockade.
Currently, diplomatic efforts for a resolution between the two countries are ongoing. Trump has indicated that successful negotiations could avert new attacks, but the warning of military action and the US blockade keep tensions high.
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