Trump, Netanyahu threats betray 'desperation', aide to Iran's supreme leader says

Mohammed Mokhber, an adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, stated that threats of war and psychological warfare from U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demonstrate desperation rather than power. According to Middle East Eye, Mokhber suggested that Iran is aware of enemy vulnerabilities and that surprise battlefield moves or leverage in energy sectors could shift the balance of power. He further remarked that the Zionist regime can only think about its own non-existence.

During a campaign rally in Florida, President Trump suggested the possibility of renewed military operations against Iran, stating, "We may do another little Epic Fury, or they’ll agree." Trump referenced previous actions, claiming the U.S. obliterated Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity through "Operation Midnight Hammer." The Hindustan Times - World News reports that Trump's comments followed remarks from U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack, who told a podcast host that a strike on Iran could potentially occur as early as this weekend.

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