American media personality Tucker Carlson warned on Monday that President Donald Trump might order a nuclear strike on Iran within days, under pressure from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Carlson stated on the "X" platform that the Trump administration could be days away from launching the strike under Netanyahu's pressure.
Strike targets and political pressure
Carlson pointed out that the target is the Mount Fasa area in Isfahan province, where Israeli intelligence claims Iran is reactivating its uranium enrichment program. He affirmed that conventional weapons are incapable of penetrating 300 feet of granite rock, making a nuclear strike the only available military option.
He added that Netanyahu is exerting intense pressure, contacting Trump daily on this matter. Washington and Tel Aviv accuse Tehran of possessing nuclear and missile programs, while Iran insists its program is peaceful and it does not seek to produce nuclear weapons.
Economic and regional consequences
Carlson explained that Gulf economies are on the brink of collapse after eight months of conflict, noting that out of approximately 850 large oil tankers used globally, 11 suffered serious damage in the Strait of Hormuz in October. He warned that a nuclear strike would contaminate Gulf waters and poison water sources for more than 100 million people.
He added that America's traditional allies in the Middle East are feeling extreme panic, as the UAE refused to support a final attack on Iran in September. He also highlighted an impending global recession due to damage to global energy and fertilizer markets.
Global and local risks
Carlson further stated that a nuclear strike would create a dangerous precedent, reporting that Russians were informed this gives them the green light to use nuclear weapons against Ukraine. It could also push Pakistan, India, and North Korea to take similar actions, making World War III inevitable.
He noted that Trump might make the decision by November 7, but is currently hesitating after listening to his Vice President JD Vance and his envoy Steve Witkoff. He warned that hundreds of millions of people could be killed if Netanyahu pushes Trump to strike, calling on people around the world to raise their voices.
Source: Anadolu Agency
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