However, the president did not disclose specific names of the candidates. According to him, the question of military intervention in Iran is not on the table at the moment. "It's a waste of time. They have lost everything, including their navy," Trump added, noting that the intensity of strikes against Iran by the U.S. and Israel will continue.
Other statements by Trump:
— Our actions in the long term will increase stability in the region and affect oil prices;
— We strike Iranian missile launchers within four minutes of launch;
— Iranian missiles and launchers have been destroyed by 60% and 64% respectively;
— I rebuilt the military during my first term, and now we are using it more than I would like;
— The U.S. will ensure that the new Iranian leader does not threaten America or Israel;
— Cuba really wants to make a deal, you can't even imagine.
— We strike Iranian missile launchers within four minutes of launch;
— Iranian missiles and launchers have been destroyed by 60% and 64% respectively;
— I rebuilt the military during my first term, and now we are using it more than I would like;
— The U.S. will ensure that the new Iranian leader does not threaten America or Israel;
— Cuba really wants to make a deal, you can't even imagine.
In Washington, there is discussion about whether Trump is seeking a similar "Venezuelan solution" for choosing a new Iranian leader, reports the BBC. Typically, the Assembly of Experts in Iran makes this decision, but Trump has made it clear that he intends to participate in this process.
In an interview with Axios, he ruled out the possibility of cooperating with the son of the late supreme leader, 56-year-old Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a "lightweight." "I need to be involved in the appointment process, as was the case with Delcy [Rodriguez] in Venezuela," he added.
From the perspective of the Trump administration, Delcy Rodriguez was able to secure American control over Venezuela's oil reserves after the overthrow of Nicolás Maduro. However, the situations in Iran and Venezuela are significantly different, and it is unclear how Trump could personally participate in appointing a new leader of the Iranian theocracy.
Brief overview of recent events:
- At a briefing at U.S. Central Command, Defense Secretary Pete Hegset announced an upcoming increase in U.S. firepower against Iran, claiming that strikes against Iranian drones and missile systems are being carried out "every hour."
- Hegset emphasized that the U.S. can continue its military campaign for as long as it deems necessary, and that allies are also providing support.
- He added that Trump will have "significant influence" on the choice of the future Iranian leader.
- Explosions have been reported in Beirut; Bahrain claims that Iran attacked a hotel and residential buildings;
- Qatar announced the interception of a drone attack on a U.S. base.
"Hezbollah" calls on Israelis to evacuate from border areas.
According to Reuters, "Hezbollah" warned residents of Israel about the need to leave settlements within 5 km of the border with Lebanon, threatening retaliatory actions against aggression from the Israeli army.
The Israeli military began attacks on Lebanon following calls to leave the southern suburbs of Beirut, where "Hezbollah" positions are located. The Israel Defense Forces also announced the start of large-scale strikes against Iranian infrastructure.
Brief news:
- The UAE is considering freezing Iranian assets worth billions of dollars, reports The Wall Street Journal.
- Trump stated that it will take Iran at least 10 years to recover from U.S. and Israeli strikes.
- Iran attacked Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait, resulting in 67 military personnel being injured.
- Iran also struck an American headquarters in Abu Dhabi, according to IRIB.
Iran receives assistance from Russia and China, says Foreign Minister Araqchi.
When asked about military support following U.S. and Israeli attacks, he noted that cooperation with these countries "is no secret." Araqchi added that "assistance has always been provided," but did not disclose details.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated in an interview with NBC that the country is prepared for a potential ground invasion by American troops. Analysts believe that the U.S. may escalate its actions against Iran in the coming days, but it is unclear whether this will include the deployment of ground troops.
Reuters report claims that American military investigators may be responsible for the attack on an Iranian school, resulting in the deaths of 165 children.
According to the agency, details of the investigation have not yet been disclosed, and the investigation is ongoing. As a result of the attack on the school in Minab, 150 students were killed, later increasing to 165.
A mass memorial service for the victims of the airstrike was held in Iran.
Under international humanitarian law, intentional attacks on civilian objects constitute a war crime.
The First Lady of Iraq calls on Trump: Leave the Kurds alone.
Shanaz Ibrahim Ahmed, the First Lady of Iraq, urged the U.S. to stop using the Kurds as pawns in their war against Iran, reminding of the Kurdish uprising in 1991 when the U.S. provided no assistance.
“We are not mercenaries,” she stated in her address, emphasizing that the Kurds did not receive support when it was needed.
Trump expressed a desire to change the Iranian leadership and named potential "good leaders." What events are happening in Iran? first appeared on K-News.
