Tehran unsure whether Trump is bluffing or preparing for war

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Iranian officials and analysts are divided over whether President Donald Trump's claim that he postponed a planned military strike represents a bluff, a delay tactic, or genuine preparation for future operations. The uncertainty reflects Tehran's difficulty assessing US intentions amid broader tensions over Iran's nuclear programme and regional activities, with no independent verification of Trump's strike claim available.

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