Iran-US Tensions Escalate: Viral Warning to Donald Trump Sparks Global Debate
As tensions rise between Iran, Israel and the United States, a strong statement attributed to an Iranian military official has drawn global attention — and questions about its authenticity.
The remark is linked to Ebrahim Zolfaqari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya central military headquarters. In the widely circulated quote, he appears to directly address former US President Donald Trump, saying:
“You may start this war, but we will be the ones to end it.”
The statement was initially reported by outlets such as NDTV, New York Post and The Times of Israel, and later picked up by USA Today and Reuters.
A video shared by Tasnim News Agency and circulated via Iran International appears to show Zolfaqari making the statement in English, adding weight to claims that the remark is genuine.
Rising Conflict Adds Context
The comment comes at a time of escalating military action in the region. Iran recently launched airstrikes on a US airbase in Qatar, while Israel and Iran have continued to exchange attacks targeting military and strategic sites.
Tensions further intensified after the United States carried out strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities — an operation that Donald Trump described as a “spectacular military success.”
Can Iran Really End the War?
Not everyone believes the statement reflects reality. Benjamin Anthony, CEO of The MirYam Institute, argued that Iran may not be in a position to escalate the conflict significantly, describing the country as unlikely to take the war further against the United States.
Still, the statement — whether strategic messaging or firm intent — highlights the growing intensity of rhetoric on all sides.
As the conflict continues, such remarks are being closely examined, reflecting not just military developments but also the psychological and political battle shaping this high-stakes confrontation.
News source: Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.
