President Donald Trump warned Iran that any attack on the United States would be met with the “full strength” of the U.S. military.

The statement, reported by the NYP, comes as tensions in the Middle East remain volatile, with concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional influence intensifying.

“If we are attacked in any way, shape, or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before,” Trump said in a post, as cited by multiple sources.

The provocative language underscores Trump’s long-standing hardline stance on Iran, which he has consistently framed as a significant threat to U.S. interests.

Trump’s remarks follow reports of Iran’s continued uranium enrichment activities, which have raised alarms among Western nations. Earlier in June, Trump had warned that further enrichment could force the U.S. to consider military action, stating, “There’s not going to be enrichment.”

These comments align with his previous policies, including the 2018 withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) and the imposition of stringent sanctions aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear and regional activities.

The timing of Trump’s statement coincides with heightened U.S.-Iran friction.

Posts on X and various news outlets indicate that Trump has repeatedly linked Iran to actions by groups like the Houthis, warning that any aggression by such proxies would be treated as an attack by Iran itself.

This rhetoric has been echoed by some U.S. lawmakers, including Senator Tom Cotton, who praised Trump’s warning as a clear message to Iran’s leadership.

Trump’s words have sparked a mix of support and concern. Proponents argue that a strong deterrent posture is necessary to counter Iran’s alleged provocations, including its support for militant groups and ballistic missile development.

Critics, however, warn that such rhetoric risks escalating an already tense situation, potentially drawing the U.S. into another costly Middle East conflict.

Iran has not publicly responded to Trump’s latest remarks, but its leadership has previously dismissed similar threats as posturing. Tehran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes and has accused the U.S. of aggression through sanctions and military presence in the region.

The U.S.-Iran dynamic is further complicated by shifting global alliances and domestic pressures. With the 2024 U.S. election cycle behind us, Trump’s statements may reflect an effort to reassert influence on foreign policy debates.

Meanwhile, Israel, a key U.S. ally, continues to urge decisive action against Iran’s nuclear program, adding another layer of complexity.

As the Biden administration navigates these tensions, it faces the challenge of balancing diplomacy with deterrence. Efforts to revive the JCPOA have stalled, and Iran’s advancements in nuclear technology have reduced the timeline for a potential breakout capability, according to international inspectors.