India, April 21 -- Donald Trump on Tuesday struck a sharply hawkish tone on the prospect of escalating tensions with Iran, declaring that the American military is fully prepared for conflict if diplomatic efforts collapse. Emphasising strength as a negotiating tactic, Trump suggested that projecting readiness for military action could yield a more favourable outcome at the bargaining table.

In remarks to media outlets including CNBC and PBS, he underscored that the United States has significantly replenished its military stockpiles and is "loaded up" with resources. According to him, the armed forces are "raring to go," signalling both preparedness and resolve amid the fragile ceasefire arrangement currently in place.

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