Trump: US may use military force against Iran

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President Donald Trump said in an interview that he would not hesitate to use military force to stop Iran. His remarks were made in the context of Iranian activity, and he did not specify when such an action would take place.

Later, Trump said he may act against Iran even now, and that he would do so without hesitation. The remarks were published as a direct threat against Tehran.

So far, no further details have been released about planned military steps against Iran.