President Donald Trump says he faces a major decision regarding Iran, telling Axios that he is considering whether to “go in and annihilate” Iran or not. Speaking Thursday, Trump framed the choice as consequential and suggested events could escalate depending on his actions.
The outlets report the same core remarks, but provide slightly different context. The Hill and The Independent both highlight Trump’s wording about “annihilate” and his comment that “anything could happen” with him. Middle East Eye adds that Trump says Iran is in direct contact with the United States and that Tehran wants to reach a deal. Across the reports, there is no shared confirmation of specific military or diplomatic steps, timing, or formal policy changes. The comments are presented as an indication that Trump is weighing options amid an ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict situation that shows no sign of ending quickly.
