US vice president says military option on table to stop Iran nuclear ambitions

US Vice President JD Vance suggested during a recent speech that the United States may employ military action to hinder Iran's progress towards acquiring nuclear weapons. In addition to diplomatic and economic measures, Washington possesses several tools, including the military option, to achieve this aim. Vance emphasized that the primary objective of America's presence in the region is to ensure Iran does not gain nuclear capabilities.

He clarified that the US utilizes a diverse array of approaches in dealing with Iran, encompassing diplomatic, economic, and military strategies. Vance highlighted that the US remains committed to exerting pressure on Tehran to prevent it from advancing its nuclear capabilities. Furthermore, he stated that Washington intends to impose consequences on Iran for its efforts to disrupt oil and gas trade, noting that significant strides have been made in this direction.

Vance pointed out that Iran's attempts to block the Strait of Hormuz have not succeeded in halting international trade, as substantial volumes of oil persistently flow through the waterway, reaching up to 15 million barrels on certain days. He explained that Iran's inability to impede global trade diminishes its leverage in energy matters, stressing that the US is working to avert an energy crisis that Tehran aims to instigate.

Vance confirmed that oil prices have plummeted considerably during Operation Epic Fury, according to his reports.