President of the United States Donald Trump announced that a new group of American warships is heading to Iran.
Source: Trump made this statement during a speech in Iowa, reports The Jerusalem Post
Quote from Trump: "In June, we eliminated Iran's nuclear potential as part of Operation 'Midnight Hammer'.
"People have been waiting for this for 22 years... They were on the verge of obtaining nuclear weapons. It was necessary."
Details: Trump emphasized that an "armada" of American warships is moving towards Iran.
Quote from Trump: "Another powerful armada is now heading to Iran."
"I hope they really make a deal."
Details: Trump added that Iran "should have made a deal a long time ago."
Background:
- Mass protests have been ongoing in Iran since late December 2025, sparked by economic difficulties and escalating into an anti-government uprising. According to human rights defenders, the number of dead has exceeded 500 people.
- On January 11, Trump warned Iran that the U.S. would "intervene" and support the protesters if the regime uses violence.
- The international human rights organization Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO) confirmed the deaths of 648 demonstrators during mass protests in Iran. Activists note that due to information blockade, the real scale of events may be significantly larger. According to IHR estimates, the death toll could exceed 6,000 people.
- Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned U.S. President Donald Trump of an "unforgettable lesson" if the U.S. strikes the country.