US President Donald Trump has reiterated threats to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants if diplomatic negotiations fail, claiming such strikes could be executed swiftly.
During a recent telephone interview with Fox News, US President Donald Trump threatened military action against Iran's critical infrastructure, specifically targeting bridges and power generation facilities. Trump stated that if Iran does not reach an agreement with the United States, he would "finish the job," suggesting that reconstruction efforts would require years to complete.
Trump claimed that destroying Iranian bridges would be a relatively straightforward military operation, asserting he could eliminate most of the country's bridges in under an hour. He also identified power plants as potential targets, noting that such facilities represent major long-term construction projects and would therefore be difficult for Iran to rebuild following military strikes.
However, Trump indicated he would avoid targeting desalination plants, citing humanitarian concerns. He explained that attacking such facilities would primarily harm civilian populations rather than military or strategic assets, which he said was not his intention. According to reports, these threats were made despite ongoing efforts to resume diplomatic negotiations between the two nations.
The remarks represent Trump's latest escalatory rhetoric toward Iran and underscore the continued tensions between Washington and Tehran. The timing of these statements raises questions about the viability of diplomatic solutions and the administration's willingness to pursue military options if negotiations prove unsuccessful.
