Donald Trump faces Iranian threats and domestic backlash over Iran war

Iran has displayed large propaganda billboards in Tehran showing U.S. President Donald Trump in a coffin with the slogan “We will kill Trump,” a retaliation claim after the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader. Iranian military officials have warned the United States that “surprises” await if it continues attacks on Iranian territory, threatening further retaliation. In the United States, new polls show Trump’s approval sinking to 37%, with 59% of respondents disapproving of his policy toward Iran. Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper warned that the United States cannot win the Iran conflict by air strikes alone and urged a comprehensive economic “strangle‑hold” on Tehran, citing rising oil prices, strain on U.S. military reserves and concerns about China. Trump’s recent statements threatening attacks on Iranian bridges and power plants have raised questions about possible war‑crime violations.