Trump Considers Scaling Down US Military Action Against Iran

Washington D.C. Donald Trump stated on Friday that the United States is considering options to gradually reduce its ongoing military action against Iran. Trump said on social media, "We are very close to achieving our objectives and are considering gradually scaling down our great military effort in the Middle East."

The objectives presented by Trump include damaging Iran's missile capabilities, destroying its defense industry, eliminating its navy and air force, preventing it from acquiring nuclear capabilities, and providing security to American allies in the region.

However, even while stating he does not seek a peace deal, Trump kept the option of dialogue open. He told reporters, "You can go to a peace deal, but I don't want to make a peace deal. When you are completely destroying the other side, it is not possible."

Trump claimed that Iran's navy and air force have been destroyed and that its leaders at all levels have been killed. Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Trump stated that countries using it must ensure security, and the US will assist if necessary.

Trump also called NATO allies 'cowards,' signaling that Europe is not taking a direct role in this war. In this context, Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas said, "This is not Europe's war, but Europe's interests are directly at risk."

Following the joint US-Israel attack on Iran on February 28, global shipping disruptions, rising oil prices, and economic impacts have been observed.