“Trump Threatens Iran: ‘Full Might at Levels Never Seen’ as Israel‑Iran Conflict Escalates”

Military tension surged in the Middle East as President Donald Trump delivered a stern warning to Tehran on June 15, 2025: any strike on American interests “will bring down on you the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces … at levels never seen before.” The declaration came amid soaring violence between Israel and Iran, even as Trump affirmed that U.S. forces weren’t part of Israel’s offensive.

Israeli raids under “Operation Rising Lion” initiated early June 13, deploying hundreds of air and Mossad‑backed covert strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities and military command centers, reportedly killing top commanders and crippling missile systems. Iran retaliated with waves of ballistic missiles and drones targeting cities like Tel Aviv and Haifa, resulting in more than 220 fatalities in Iran alone and an estimated 14 Israeli civilian casualties.

Trump praised Israel’s actions as “excellent” while denying American involvement — although U.S. forces assisted in intercepting Iranian missiles en route to Israel. He also vetoed an Israeli proposal targeting Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, stating the U.S. would stay out unless American lives or facilities were jeopardized.

Diplomatic efforts have faltered: nuclear negotiations planned in Oman for June 15 were suspended after the strikes, with Iran refusing talks mid‑offensive. Trump nevertheless held out hope for a deal, even floating the improbable scenario of Russia facilitating peace between Israel and Iran.

Regional leaders responded with caution: Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged a G7 strategy to contain the crisis, while Israel’s National Security Council warned citizens and travelers to avoid Sinai and Jordan amid spillover fears . Meanwhile, rescue operations continued in Tel Aviv and Bat Yam, where civilians combed through rubble following daylight missile strikes .

With tensions spiraling, global oil markets shuddered as Iran’s energy infrastructure sustained damage, and civilian casualties mounted. Despite Trump’s call for dialogue, both Israel and Iran vow escalation—Netanyahu hinting at potential regime change in Tehran, and Iran warning of “opening the gates of hell” .