Trump said Iran has signaled plans for a powerful strike, claiming it would be stronger than anything attempted earlier. Posting on his Truth Social account, he warned Tehran to step back or face severe consequences.

In another statement, Trump said recent attacks on Iran have changed the situation and made diplomacy easier than before. He argued that Iran’s losses have shifted the balance in favor of the US and its allies.

Speaking to media, Trump said talks are now more realistic because Iran has suffered serious damage. He added that Washington believes it is in a stronger position to push for a diplomatic outcome.

“Iran just stated that they are going to hit very hard today, harder than they have ever hit before. THEY BETTER NOT DO THAT, HOWEVER, BECAUSE IF THEY DO, WE WILL HIT THEM WITH A FORCE THAT HAS NEVER BEEN SEEN BEFORE! Thank you for your attention to this matter!” - President… pic.twitter.com/w8uwRA1x5R

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) March 1, 2026

Trump also said Iran’s response after the attacks was weaker than expected. According to him, Iran targeted Israel and US bases in the region, but the scale was far less than anticipated.

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He further claimed he knows who is now issuing orders in Iran after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, but avoided naming the person. Trump hinted that there are “good candidates” leading Iran forward.

When asked whether the person currently issuing orders in Iran is someone he would like to see leading the country, President Trump replied that in his opinion, that seems to be the case, adding that there are “some good candidates.”