Trump hints at 'zero hour' against Iran: Act immediately, or nothing will remain

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to the Iranian leadership, emphasizing that the deadline for Tehran to make decisive decisions is rapidly running out. Trump clarified via his 'Truth Social' platform that failure to act quickly would expose the country to catastrophic consequences that could lead to the demise of everything it possesses, stressing that time has become the primary driver of upcoming American actions.

In contrast, Iranian media sources revealed that recent American responses did not include any tangible concessions that could be built upon in the diplomatic track. The 'Mehr' agency indicated that Washington insists on imposing strict and long-term restrictions on the nuclear sector, linking any comprehensive de-escalation on various fronts to the start of direct negotiations that meet American conditions.

Regarding field coordination, informed sources reported that President Trump held a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss developments related to the Iranian file. This communication comes within the framework of coordinating positions between the two allies, amidst indications of a consensus on the need for firmness in dealing with Tehran's nuclear and regional threats.

The White House is expected to host a high-level meeting in the Situation Room next Tuesday, where Trump will meet with the national security team to discuss military action options in detail. These deliberations aim to finalize potential intervention scenarios should the current political stalemate persist and diplomatic efforts fail.

Media sources in Washington reported that leaks from within the US administration, including the Department of Defense and the White House, indicate the approaching zero hour for a military decision. These sources confirmed that the US President is increasingly leaning towards activating the tough option to end the long-standing stalemate in the Iranian file.

Arab diplomats quoted intelligence reports stating that military action could begin in the coming days, perhaps as early as this week. The reports indicated that Trump has already reviewed a draft of integrated military options prepared by the Department of Defense, which include specific strategic targets deep within Iran to ensure the crippling of its offensive capabilities.

Scenarios on the decision-making table include intensive aerial bombardment targeting energy infrastructure and vital military facilities in various Iranian provinces. The option of using ground commandos in specialized operations aimed at directly controlling enriched uranium stockpiles is also prominent, to prevent Tehran from reaching the nuclear threshold.

In addition, military circles in Washington are considering the possibility of moving towards Iran's southern coasts and controlling the Strait of Hormuz and some strategic islands. These plans are part of an old strategy that has been updated to suit current data, with the aim of securing international shipping lanes and cutting off Iranian maritime supply lines.

For their part, senior military officials at the Pentagon, including the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, affirmed the US military's full readiness to execute any orders issued by the Commander-in-Chief. Officials explained in parliamentary hearings that US forces are on high alert, while maintaining sufficient flexibility to return to a de-escalation path if a sudden political breakthrough occurs.

US Central Command estimates indicate that previous operations succeeded in destroying about 90% of Iran's capabilities in drones, ballistic missiles, and naval power. The US administration believes that the remaining Iranian capabilities do not pose an existential threat, which enhances the chances of success of any swift military action aimed at completing the mission and dismantling the remainder of Tehran's arsenal.

Despite the military readiness, which includes over 65,000 troops and two aircraft carriers in the region, there is a degree of hesitation within the White House. These concerns stem from Trump's fear of the human and political costs of any widespread conflict, especially in the absence of major diplomatic achievements in other international files such as the relationship with China.

Time is running out for Iran, and they must act quickly, or nothing will remain for them. Time is a critical factor!