Too early to tell scope of Iran strikes, Trump tells Congress
In a letter to Congress, the US president says that the threat from Iran had become "untenable".
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In a letter to Congress, the US president says that the threat from Iran had become "untenable".
In a letter to Congress, President Trump stated that it is currently impossible to determine the duration of U.S. military operations in Iran, emphasizing the 'untenable' threat posed by Iran despite previous diplomatic efforts.
President Trump informed Congress that it is not yet possible to determine the full scope and duration of the U.S. military operation in Iran, citing the 'untenable' threat posed by Iran despite diplomatic efforts.
In a letter to Congress, President Trump stated that it is not yet possible to determine the full scope and duration of the U.S. military operation in Iran, citing the 'untenable' threat posed by Iran despite diplomatic efforts.
President Trump revealed that Iran is seeking negotiations following joint U.S.-Israeli strikes but declared it is 'too late' for talks, stating that Iran's air defense, Air Force, Navy, and leadership have been eliminated.
President Trump acknowledged in a letter to Congress that it is currently impossible to determine the full scope and duration of U.S. military operations in Iran, citing the 'untenable' threat posed by Iran despite diplomatic efforts.
President Trump sent an official notification to Congress regarding the U.S. strikes against Iran, stating that it is not yet possible to determine the full scope and duration of military operations, and that U.S. forces are prepared to take further action as necessary.
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