Trump told Fox News he does not rule out taking out sending American ground troops to Iran “if necessary,”

President Donald Trump pledged to continue US military operations against Iran, calling the campaign a “righteous mission” that will persist until “all objectives are achieved,” even as he acknowledged more American troop deaths are likely.

The remarks came after US strikes reportedly killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other senior figures. Trump framed the conflict as a response to what he described as an existential threat involving long-range missiles and nuclear weapons — though critics note no public evidence has been presented to support those claims.

The escalation follows ongoing regional attacks involving US forces and allies, with casualties reported across Iran, Israel, and Gulf nations. While Trump has previously suggested openness to diplomacy, his latest address made no direct reference to negotiations and instead called for intensified pressure and potential regime change.