Trump Retreats from Military Action Against Iran Amid Strategic Constraints
According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Washington Post reported that U.S. President Donald Trump abandoned plans for military action against Iran after assessing the high costs and strategic risks involved. The report highlights Iran’s deterrence capabilities and pressure from key allies as decisive factors in the U.S. retreat.
The Washington Post cited current and former U.S. officials, as well as regional diplomats, who revealed that Trump and his national security advisors seriously considered striking Iran. However, they ultimately withdrew the option due to concerns over military limitations, unpredictable consequences, and strong opposition from Gulf allies, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt.
According to the report, Pentagon officials were particularly worried that U.S. firepower in West Asia might be insufficient to counter a large-scale retaliatory strike from Iran. Israel, which had depleted much of its missile defense arsenal during the June conflict, shared similar concerns.
A senior Arab diplomat and a Gulf official confirmed that Washington’s key allies urged restraint, fearing regional escalation. The report also noted that Trump received intelligence assessments concluding that an attack on Iran would be excessively costly, potentially destabilizing the economy and endangering 30,000 U.S. troops stationed in the region.
Protests in the U.S. have subsided, but demonstrators reportedly remain angered by Trump’s decision, feeling betrayed. The Washington Post emphasized that uncertainty over the effectiveness of military action was the primary reason for Trump’s retreat, as he doubted a decisive outcome.
