Donald Trump says US could wipe out Iran’s leaders in a single strike

Former U.S. President Donald Trump told Axios in a phone interview that the United States had the capability to eliminate all senior Iranian officials gathered at the funeral of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a single operation. He added that, if desired, the U.S. could also destroy Iran’s electricity and energy production facilities within hours, but prefers to pursue diplomatic negotiations instead of military action.

Trump made the remarks as discussions on a nuclear‑related peace agreement between the United States and Iran were temporarily suspended following Khamenei’s funeral, heightening tension despite a broader cease‑fire between the two countries.