Trump Threatens to Annihilate Iran Amid Escalating Tensions

US President Donald Trump's performance at the UN General Assembly raised eyebrows as he glossed over the complexities of US strategy. During his address, he questioned whether a deal with Iran would let them rebuild and create a greater country than before, or if he should annihilate the Islamic Republic.

A listener might wonder why Trump suggested such drastic measures given that the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed, with only four oil tankers passing through under US air cover. Iran has control over the area.

The US has tried bombing Iran into submission twice and imposed fresh sanctions, but neither approach has worked. The sanctions have had little impact on the Iranian economy, as China and India have ignored them.