Trump said frustrated with limits of military leverage against Iran
The Times of Israel • • nation
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump is frustrated with the limited effectiveness of military options against Iran and is considering a limited strike to pressure Tehran on nuclear demands, though advisers warn of escalation risks.
- Israeli intelligence estimates the US can sustain only four to five days of intense aerial assaults on Iran, raising concerns that limited strikes might embolden the Iranian regime rather than deter it.
- Trump’s decision on military action will be influenced by assessments from his negotiators, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who are engaging with Iranian officials to gauge Tehran’s seriousness about nuclear negotiations.
- Iran’s government acknowledged student protests on campuses but emphasized the importance of respecting “red lines” such as national symbols, amid renewed anti-regime demonstrations and recent clashes with
