Trump halts attack on Iran but leaves missiles on standby

Published on May 22, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

President Donald Trump stated Monday at the White House that he has decided not to launch a new attack against Iran, although he warned that U.S. armed forces are prepared to execute a large-scale offensive if an acceptable agreement is not reached. Tensions in the Middle East remain latent.

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Missiles and Drones: Military Technology Awaiting Orders 🚀

The Pentagon maintains active defense and attack systems such as Tomahawk missiles and MQ-9 Reaper drones, capable of operating in electronic warfare environments. The network of reconnaissance satellites and cyber warfare systems are also on alert, ready to neutralize Iranian defenses. The logistics of a large-scale offensive involve coordinating aircraft carriers, B-2 bombers, and anti-missile batteries in the region, all synchronized to respond within minutes.

The Nuclear Button: Always at Hand, But No Rush ⏳

Trump said he is not attacking, but if there is no deal, the offensive will be total. In other words, Iran has time to think, but with the hourglass on fast-forward. Meanwhile, the generals review the war manual, and advisors calculate how many tweets fit before impact. Something like an ultimatum with wifi and popcorn.