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Despite these reports, Trump has publicly tempered expectations, emphasizing the role of diplomacy. In a statement and a post on Truth Social, the President claimed he is holding off on decisive action for now, citing the possibility of negotiations with Tehran. He indicated a decision would likely be made within two weeks, balancing military readiness with diplomatic efforts.
The U.S. has repositioned military assets in the region, including deploying the USS Nimitz carrier strike group and aerial refueling aircraft to Europe, signaling that military action remains a contingency. Meanwhile, Israel continues its targeted strikes on Iranian military sites, hitting key nuclear facilities and infrastructure, aiming to weaken Iran’s military capabilities.