The Middle East has been engulfed in escalating violence as military tensions reach a dangerous new peak. Both the United States and Iran have launched missile strikes into each other's territory, while a UK military base in Cyprus was hit by a suspected drone attack yesterday (2 March). And now, President Trump has issued a stark 'forever' warning shortly after missiles struck the US embassy in Saudi Arabia.
As the conflict continues into its fourth day, Trump confirmed that the US and Israel have begun 'major combat operations' against Iran, while Tehran is continuing retaliatory strikes against US bases across the Gulf.
Meanwhile, British PM Sir Keir Starmer has agreed to allow the US to use British bases to help protect UK nationals and allies in the region. This came after over 100,000 British citizens reportedly found themselves trapped in the Gulf region as airports remained largely shut down and dangerous conditions made land-based evacuations too risky.
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Downing Street confirmed that UK officials are exploring every possible method to bring citizens home safely, while Starmer added that the British military is not directly involved in the attacks.
Now, President Trump has issued an ominous warning suggesting the worst of the conflict is yet to come.
“We haven’t even started hitting them hard. The big wave hasn’t even happened," Trump told CNN. "The big one is coming soon.”
The US President told reporters that 'you will be finding out very soon' what will happen next in Iran, speaking just hours after the embassy attack in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Taking to Truth Social, Trump wrote: "The United States Munitions Stockpiles have, at the medium and upper medium grade, never been higher or better - as was stated to me today, we have a virtually unlimited supply of these weapons.
"Wars can be fought 'forever,' and very successfully, using just these supplies (which are better than other countries finest arms!). At the highest end, we have a good supply, but are not where we want to be."
The 79-year-old also told CNN that he doesn't want to see the war on for 'too long,' adding: "I always thought it would be four weeks. And we’re a little ahead of schedule. We’re knocking the c*** out of them. I think it’s going very well."
According to Sky News, Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli leader, has pledged 'quick and decisive action', insisting he will seek 'peace through strength.'
Already, six US soldiers have been killed, with the Trump Administration warning Americans to expect more deaths as the conflict continues.