Trump Vows ‘More Powerful’ Strikes on Iran, Eyes Control of Kharg Island

“They’re really in submission, they just don’t know it yet,” he remarked, adding that the U.S. dropped “$250 million worth of bombs” in a recent operation.

The president also pushed back against media narratives portraying the conflict as spiraling out of control.

He argued that targeted strikes avoid unnecessary civilian suffering while protecting American interests and allies, including freedom of navigation in the vital Strait of Hormuz.

“I’d rather not” hit bridges and power plants, Trump said, prioritizing military targets to minimize broader humanitarian impact.

White House and Pentagon sources indicated that operations remain focused on degrading Iran’s ability to threaten U.S. forces and global energy supplies.

Recent actions included intercepting Iranian retaliation attempts, which caused no damage to American assets in the region.

Trump reiterated that the conflict is “not an endless war,” aligning with his long-standing promise of decisive victories rather than nation-building.