President Trump Defends Military Operation Against Iran

President Trump said military operations against Iran are required to stop the country from acquiring nuclear weapons. The president made the comments during an interview with Bret Baier last week while in Beijing. He acknowledged the loss of 13 American soldiers and expressed regret over the casualties.

News reported that combat operations may resume, which would likely increase the number of American casualties. Oil prices have already risen from the $60 to $70 per barrel range toward $100. Higher fuel costs affect the price of goods that depend on oil transportation. Every American faces some impact from these price increases.

President Trump stated that Iran intends to obtain nuclear weapons and described the country's leadership as unwilling to negotiate. He said he has attempted negotiations at least four times. The president contrasted his approach with that of former President Obama and the JCPOA agreement.

He said the previous agreement did not address Iran's ballistic missile program or support for groups including Hamas and Hezbollah. President Trump said religious fanatics cannot possess nuclear weapons and that the current military action is necessary despite the costs involved.