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Graham Says U.S. Decision on Iran Action Is Weeks Away, Cites Tight U.S.-Israel Coordination

In Tel Aviv, Graham cast Iran as uniquely vulnerable.

Overview

  • He outlined a two-track approach, saying Trump is pursuing diplomacy while keeping a military option open.
  • He said the timeline is "weeks, not months" and suggested the USS Gerald Ford is moving toward the region.
  • He described full agreement between Trump and Netanyahu on steps to pressure Tehran, following recent meetings.
  • He urged the White House to act on Trump's January pledge that "help is on the way" to Iranian protesters.
  • He argued that the regime's collapse would weaken Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis, while acknowledging potential risks to U.S. forces and Israel.