On May 17, Trump shared a 5-second video on his social media platform, Truth Social.
The video shows a U.S. warship firing a high-powered laser at an Iranian military aircraft bearing the Iranian flag. In the video, Trump can be heard saying, "Okay. It's coming our way," followed by, "Fire. Boom." He also posted a larger version of the same video along with similar content.
While the video is not based on actual military operations, the fact that a sitting U.S. president has shared a depiction of U.S. forces shooting down an adversary's aircraft makes it more than just an ordinary online post. It visually conveys a warning that military action could be intensified if Iran does not comply with U.S. demands.
On the same day, Trump issued a direct warning to Iran on Truth Social, stating, "Time is running out. They need to move quickly. Otherwise, they will have nothing left." He emphasized that "time is of the essence," indicating that Iran could face stronger pressure if it does not respond promptly to U.S. proposals for peace.
Trump has publicly rejected a recent peace proposal from Iran. Reports suggest that additional military options against Iran are being considered within the United States. According to Reuters, Trump is scheduled to hold a meeting with national security advisors regarding Iran in the White House Situation Room on May 19.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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