Summary
President Donald Trump initially threatened to attack Iran in support of protesters but later downplayed the idea, stating that the situation had calmed. Despite this, there remains a possibility of U.S. military action against Iran. Previous actions, like strikes in Venezuela, suggest the threat is real.
Key Facts
- President Trump threatened to attack Iran over protests but then said the situation improved.
- Trump mentioned that Iran's government claimed protestors would not be executed.
- The potential for a U.S. strike on Iran still exists.
- The U.S. deployed military forces in the Caribbean, conducting bombings against alleged drug smuggling operations in Venezuela.
- Trump and Venezuelan President Maduro had a diplomatic call, and Maduro offered talks about drug trafficking and U.S. access to oil.
- Despite diplomatic efforts, the U.S. eventually captured Maduro on drug trafficking charges.
- In June, amid diplomatic talks, the U.S. bombed Iranian nuclear facilities with advanced weaponry.
- The U.S. attack on Iran followed an Israeli strike that most experts believe was approved by Trump.
