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Rising tensions between the United States and Iran have sparked fresh concern, as Washington signals it may escalate military action while still relying on international partners. Analysts say the situation reflects a mix of pressure tactics and strategic uncertainty.
US President Donald Trump warned of further strikes against Iran in remarks reported by Dr News, saying the country could face severe attacks in the coming weeks.
“We’re going to hit them extremely hard over the next two to three weeks. We’re going to hit them back to the Stone Age, where they belong,” he said.
Allies in focus
According to Dr News, Trump also pointed to the role of other countries in securing key global energy routes.
He called on nations dependent on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to take greater responsibility for protecting the passage.
Experts say this underlines the limits of acting alone in a broader regional conflict.
Expert doubts
Peter Viggo Jakobsen, associate professor at the Danish Defence Academy, questioned whether the threats would be carried out.
According to Dr News, he said such escalation could trigger Iranian retaliation and drive up global oil prices, ultimately harming the US economy.
He argued that the risks involved make the threats less credible and more likely part of a negotiating strategy.
Pressure strategy
Jakobsen said the rhetoric appears aimed at forcing Iran into concessions rather than signalling immediate action.
He warned that following through could make Trump more unpopular domestically due to economic fallout.
According to Dr News, he added that Iran may choose to wait and let pressure build on the US instead of responding quickly.
Limited impact
The expert also said recent US strikes have had military effects but limited political results.
According to Dr News, he described the outcome as incomplete, noting that while targets can be destroyed from the air, control on the ground remains unresolved.
Sources: Dr News
