Trump, Israel Escalate Threats Amid Iran Conflict

President Donald Trump escalated his warnings to Iran by publicly declaring on Truth Social that the U.S. knows the exact location of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling him an 'easy target' but stating he will not be killed 'for now.' Trump demanded Iran's unconditional surrender and warned that U.S. patience is running out, while U.S. military deployments in the region, including advanced fighter jets, have increased. He claimed U.S. support has enabled Israel to gain control of the skies over Iran. Israel has announced plans to intensify strikes on Tehran, with its defense minister warning Khamenei could face the fate of Saddam Hussein if Iranian missile attacks continue. Trump’s alternating messages of military threats and hints at diplomacy have created uncertainty about the U.S. approach, even as Vice President JD Vance emphasizes restraint. The situation has resulted in explosions and evacuations in Iranian cities, as both civilian and military targets are at increased risk.