Published: Apr 03, 2026, 08:30 IST | Updated: Apr 03, 2026, 08:30 IST
Donald Trump has warned of heavier strikes against Iran in the coming weeks, signaling a possible escalation in the ongoing US-Iran war. In a national address, Trump said American forces are close to achieving key military objectives but threatened to hit Iran “extremely hard” if tensions persist. Meanwhile, Iranian officials vowed “crushing and broader” retaliation against U.S. and Israeli targets, raising fears of a wider regional conflict and further instability across West Asia.