In a stark escalation of rhetoric, former President Donald Trump has once again threatened military action against Iran, raising fears of a new confrontation in the Middle East. Speaking at a rally in South Carolina, Trump warned of 'devastating strikes' unless Iran curbs its nuclear programme and halts support for proxy groups. The comments come amid heightened tensions following the breakdown of nuclear talks and recent attacks on US bases in Syria and Iraq.
Analysts warn that any military engagement could trigger a wider regional war, dragging in Gulf states and disrupting global oil supplies. Trump's hawkish stance contrasts with the Biden administration's efforts to revive diplomacy, but his influence within the Republican party suggests a potential shift in US foreign policy if he returns to office. The international community watches nervously as the rhetoric intensifies.
