US envoy says strike on Iran possible this weekend as Trump escalates threats

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The United States could "absolutely" strike Iran as soon as this weekend, US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack said on Friday, as President Donald Trump escalates threats against Tehran. Barrack stated Trump remains open to a deal after months of negotiations, but warned of consequences for Iran's threats. He contradicted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has vowed to topple Iran's regime, clarifying the US seeks no regime change. Trump hinted at a possible new military campaign, referencing "epic fury," the codename for the US-Israeli war that began February 28. He urged Iranian officials to accept US demands, while tensions remain high ahead of Israeli elections on Tuesday.


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