politics
February 3, 2026
‘We’ll find out’: Trump responds to Khamenei’s warning
US President Donald Trump has said the world would soon see whether Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was correct in his warning
TL;DR
- President Trump suggested that Iran's Supreme Leader's warning of a regional war following an attack will be tested.
- The US has increased its military presence in the Middle East.
- Khamenei warned of far-reaching consequences for any military action against Iran.
- Trump left the possibility of both diplomacy and force open.
- Tensions are high due to previous US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities and the crackdown on protests.
- Iranian officials indicated progress towards negotiations, though no formal talks with Washington are planned.
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