HIBAPRESS – Agencies
Caroline Leavitt, spokesperson for US President Donald Trump, said on Tuesday that Trump's first option in dealing with Iran is always diplomacy, but he is ready to use lethal force if necessary.
This comes as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio prepares to brief senior Congressional leaders on the situation with regard to Iran later today. Leavitt told reporters at the White House, “President Trump's first option is always diplomacy. But as he has shown… he is ready to use the lethal force of the United States military if necessary.” She added, “The President is always the final decision-maker.” The US State Department indicated that Rubio is scheduled to brief senior Congressional leaders at the White House later on Tuesday. A knowledgeable source stated that Rubio is expected to brief lawmakers on developments regarding Iran.
