It seems that the United States is likely to join the Israeli attack after a stark warning by US President Donald Trump issued to Iran citing the Supreme leader Ali Khamenei’s hidden location. After the warning, Iran also reciprocated with the same to the United States, stating that the latter would face consequences if it dares to attack them. 

US deploys 30 fighter jets as Iran readies retaliation

The US has already moved its 30 fighter jets to the Middle East amid an escalation between Israel and Iran. According to the New York Times, the officials reviewing intel reports stated that it would not be easy for the United States to attack Iran. They further added that Iran has prepared to strike the United States if the latter challenges. 

Trump asked Iranian leadership for “unconditional surrender”, but it seems Iran is in no mood to spare Israel and would not back down in any given situation shortly. 

‘Supreme leader is an easy target’

Trump wrote on Truth Social, “ We know exactly where the so-called “Supreme Leader” is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” 

Experts say it is still unclear whether the United States will join Israel or not, but it is fully prepared to get into the war. The NYT also mentioned that an official said if the United States attacks Iran, soon the Houthis would launch an attack on the US Army in the Red Sea. 

US alerts Army stationed in Middle East

The United States alerted its military in the Middle East about the possible attacks. Around 40,000 US soldiers are stationed on the site, including soldiers from Jordan and Saudi Arabia. 

According to Euronews reports that cited defence sources along with an open-source defence network stated the US Army is preparing to strike Iran, as Israeli forces are still unable to target Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant. Israel needs America’s B-2 Bomber or B-52 Bomber to target the plant with  GBU-57A/B MOP (Massive Ordnance Penetrator) bombs. 

Iran threatens US

On the other hand, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei warned the US saying that its intervention will force Iran to engage in a full-fledged war with its might, and US soldiers are on the target of Iranian weapons.