In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, former President Donald Trump has publicly condemned both Iran and Israel for violating a recently brokered ceasefire, asserting that the fragile peace is now at risk. Speaking from Air Force One just before his departure to the Netherlands, Trump expressed his frustration, stating, “I’m not happy with them. I’m not happy with Iran either, but I’m really unhappy if Israel is going out because of one rocket that did not land.”
Sources reveal that Trump was furious after learning about the ceasefire breach, immediately dialing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to demand restraint. “Unlike Biden, when Trump says don’t, people listen,” remarked a close aide. The former president emphasized that Iran is currently at its weakest point since the 1980s and urged Israel to capitalize on its military gains rather than escalate further.
The stakes are high. Trump warned against any impulsive actions, such as targeting Iran’s leadership, which could lead to chaos. Meanwhile, Iran finds itself cornered by sanctions, facing a collapsing economy and dwindling missile supplies. Trump insists that a shift from military confrontation to trade could stabilize the region, claiming, “They will get onto being the great trading nation.”
Despite the chaos, Trump touted the success of Operation Midnight Hammer, which reportedly inflicted significant damage on Iran’s nuclear capabilities. However, critics, including former CIA officials, question the effectiveness of the strikes, claiming that Iran’s program remains largely intact. Trump dismissed these claims as “fake news,” directing his ire at CNN and other media outlets for allegedly undermining U.S. military actions.
As Trump prepares to meet NATO allies, he remains buoyed by recent military successes and growing international support, asserting, “Our allies are listening to us, and our enemies are scared of us.” With the geopolitical landscape shifting rapidly, all eyes are on the former president’s next moves as tensions in the Middle East reach a boiling point.