"An Iranian regime armed with long-range missiles and nuclear weapons would be a dire threat to every American, the president said in his first public remarks from Washington on Monday. We cannot allow a nation that raises terrorist armies to possess such weapons."
"It was abundantly clear that if Iran came under attack by anyone the United States or Israel or anyone they were going to respond, and respond against the United States, Rubio told reporters gathered at the Capitol."
"The Trump administration has offered shifting explanations for its decision to launch attacks on Iran, at times describing a more pre-emptive war of choice designed to degrade Iran's offensive and nuclear capabilities, while at other times asserting that the Iranians weren't willing to renounce their nuclear ambitions."
The Trump administration launched military attacks on Iran on February 28, resulting in hundreds of deaths including six US personnel, with conflict spreading to Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Israel, and the Persian Gulf. The administration has provided multiple justifications for the offensive, ranging from preemptive degradation of Iran's offensive and nuclear capabilities to protecting American interests following Israel's military commitment. President Trump characterized Iran as a dire threat due to its long-range missiles and nuclear weapons, emphasizing the need to eliminate threats from the Iranian regime and regional proxy forces. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited concerns that Iranian retaliation against any Israeli attack would target American forces. Legal scholars and bipartisan lawmakers challenge the military campaign's legality under both constitutional and international law, prompting a Senate vote on halting the offensive.
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