Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 3/31/25: Trump Threatens To Bomb Iran if Deal Not Reached, US To Focus on Prepping for China War, and More
Mar 31, 2025
Tensions rise as Trump threatens to bomb Iran amid stalled negotiations, while the U.S. ramping up airstrikes in Yemen claims civilian lives. The crisis intensifies in Gaza, with mounting casualties and Israel's pressure on Hamas. Meanwhile, the Pentagon shifts focus to prepare for potential conflict with China, deploying missile systems to the Philippines. In a controversial move, the U.S. conducts airstrikes in Somalia against ISIS, all while the rights of international students facing self-deportation for activism stir debate.
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Iran Bombing Threat
- Trump threatened to bomb Iran if a nuclear deal isn't reached, escalating tensions despite intelligence agencies stating Iran isn't building a nuke.
- This threat comes amidst increased US bombings in Yemen and the deployment of B-2 bombers to Diego Garcia.
US Airstrikes in Yemen
- The US continues heavy airstrikes in Yemen, with civilian casualties reported, as Houthis claim attacks on US warships and fire missiles at Israel.
- The Houthi attacks haven't been confirmed by US Central Command, but their frequency raises concerns about potential escalation.
Gabbard's Contradiction
- Tulsi Gabbard called Trump the "president of peace" despite his bombing campaign in Yemen and support for Israeli actions in Gaza.
- This contradicts Gabbard's past criticism of Trump's Yemen intervention, which she previously labeled "genocidal".