Trump demands Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's "unconditional surrender"

By bellecarter // 2025-06-20

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President Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that the U.S. knows the location of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and demanded his "unconditional surrender," amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran.
Trump held a meeting with his national security team to discuss potential strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities, particularly the Fordow site, and hinted at U.S. control over Iranian airspace, suggesting possible military involvement.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly called for the assassination of Khamenei, believing it would "end the conflict," echoing his support for the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
The U.S. has been providing significant support to Israel, including weapons, intelligence and assistance in intercepting Iranian missiles and drones, but has not yet engaged in direct airstrikes against Iran.
Trump's confrontational stance towards Iran, including withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear deal and ordering the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani, reflects a long-standing pattern. The current situation raises concerns about regional stability and echoes the 2003 Iraq invasion, with potential far-reaching implications for the Middle East and global power dynamics.

On Tuesday, June 17, U.S. President Donald Trump declared that the United States knows the location of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and demanded his "unconditional surrender." The president's remarks come amid heightened tensions and an ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, with the U.S. appearing increasingly likely to join the war directly. Trump's threats were made via his social media platform Truth Social. "We know exactly where the so-called 'Supreme Leader' is hiding. He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now," he wrote. The president's posts followed a meeting with his national security team, during which he reportedly considered launching strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities, particularly the Fordow site, which is buried deep underground. The situation has been further complicated by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's public calls for the assassination of Khamenei. Netanyahu, who has long advocated for aggressive action against Iran, believes that killing the Supreme Leader would "end the conflict." This stance echoes his previous support for the 2003 invasion of Iraq, which resulted in the overthrow of Saddam Hussein. (Related: Israel launches devastating strikes on Iran, targeting nuclear sites and killing top commanders.) The U.S. has been providing significant support to Israel, including weapons, intelligence and assistance in intercepting Iranian missiles and drones. However, the U.S. has not yet engaged in direct airstrikes against Iran. Trump has hinted at U.S. involvement by asserting, "We now have complete and total control of the skies over Iran," suggesting that American military assets are already playing a role in the conflict.

U.S. military prepares for potential strike

According to Axios, Trump held a meeting with his national security team on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the possibility of U.S. military action. The meeting, which took place in the White House Situation Room and lasted about an hour and 20 minutes, was preceded by Trump's early return from the G7 summit. He told reporters on Air Force One that he was not interested in a "ceasefire" but rather a "real end" to the war and Iran's nuclear program. The White House has reportedly considered direct talks with Iranian officials, but Trump indicated that any such meeting would depend on developments upon his return to Washington. Two Israeli officials told Axios that Netanyahu and the Israeli defense establishment believe Trump is likely to enter the war in the coming days to bomb Iran's underground enrichment facility. Vice President J.D. Vance defended Trump's approach in a lengthy post on X, formerly Twitter. Vance wrote, "The president has shown remarkable restraint in keeping our military's focus on protecting our troops and protecting our citizens." Trump's recent statements echo a long-standing pattern of confrontation with Iran. During his first term, he withdrew the U.S. from the 2015 Iran nuclear deal and imposed harsh sanctions on the country. His administration also ordered the assassination of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani in January 2020. The current situation is reminiscent of the 2003 invasion of Iraq, which was justified by the Bush administration as a means to eliminate weapons of mass destruction. Critics argue that the invasion destabilized the region and led to years of conflict. Similarly, Netanyahu's calls for Khamenei's assassination raise concerns about the potential for further escalation and regional instability. As the U.S. deliberates its next move, the world watches closely. Trump's demand for "unconditional surrender" and his assertion of control over Iranian airspace suggest that the U.S. is preparing for a more direct role in the conflict. The outcome of these deliberations could have far-reaching implications for the Middle East and the global balance of power. Watch the video below where Trump threatens Iran to stop enrichment, otherwise, the U.S. will stop it the "other way." This video is from Cynthia's Pursuit of Truth channel on Brighteon.com.

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