US Warns Massive Middle East Conflict as Iran Nuclear Tensions Rise

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as President Donald Trump warns of a potential "massive conflict" following Iran's breach of its nuclear non-proliferation obligations and Israel's apparent readiness to strike Iran's nuclear facilities. The International Atomic Energy Agency's declaration prompted Iran to announce a third uranium enrichment site and upgrade its existing nuclear capabilities, with Iran threatening forceful retaliation if attacked. In response, the US has evacuated nonessential personnel from embassies in Baghdad, Kuwait, and Bahrain to protect American lives amid fears of Iranian retaliation. While Trump continues to pursue a diplomatic deal to limit Iran's nuclear program, he has expressed concern over Tehran's delays and insists on preventing an Israeli strike that could derail negotiations. Meanwhile, White House envoy Steve Witkoff has warned Senate Republicans of the severe consequences of an Israeli attack, including potential "mass casualty" events and overwhelming missile retaliation from Iran, which possesses an estimated 2,000 ballistic missiles. America First movement leaders caution Trump that greenlighting an Israeli strike might fracture his political coalition and drag the US into another prolonged Middle East conflict.