Apple News Today Trump gives a national address on the Iran war. Here are the takeaways.
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Trump Says War Objectives Near Completion
- President Trump framed the Iran campaign as largely complete while also threatening rapid escalation if talks fail.
- He claimed Iran's navy and air force were gone, missiles depleted, and promised strikes on electric plants if no deal emerges.
Iran Still Has Critical Capabilities Despite Damage
- Officials report Iran's armed forces have been severely depleted but missiles still strike Israel and Gulf neighbors.
- U.N. watchdog says hundreds of pounds of uranium remain underground, and recovering it would be risky.
Short Timelines And Bold Advice On Strait Of Hormuz
- Trump promised a short timeline for harsher strikes, saying the U.S. would "hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks."
- He also suggested seizing control of the Strait of Hormuz is an option and urged allies to "just take it" if needed.