As tensions spiral in the Middle East, former U.S. President Donald Trump made a stunning move late Monday by calling for the immediate evacuation of Tehran, shortly before cutting his G7 summit trip in Canada short.
Trump’s dramatic statement—posted on his social media platform, Truth Social—comes amid an intensifying Israeli offensive in Iran’s capital, which began several days ago. Though the United States has not formally joined the military operation, the sudden urgency of Trump’s message has sparked speculation about possible American involvement or a shift in diplomatic posture.
A Puzzling Turn of Events
Before his unexpected departure from the G7, Trump addressed reporters with vague hints about an imminent move:
“They [Iran] want to make a deal… As soon as I leave here, we’re going to be doing something,” he said.
While White House spokesperson Alex Pfeiffer confirmed that U.S. forces remain in a defensive stance, Trump’s exit signals rising concern over the conflict. Pfeiffer insisted:
“There is no offensive operation underway. The U.S. will protect its interests and its allies, but our posture remains unchanged.”
Meanwhile, Tehran—a city of nearly 10 million residents—now faces warnings of an urgent evacuation. Trump’s post reads:
“Iran should have signed the deal I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life… Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”
The Israeli military has claimed aerial dominance over Tehran and is reportedly expanding its target list to include non-military infrastructure, such as Iranian state television. Entire neighborhoods have received civilian evacuation orders, yet the logistics of such a large-scale movement remain uncertain.
This escalation came just hours after Trump told G7 attendees that the U.S. was in communication with Iran and even floated the possibility of a face-to-face meeting. French President Emmanuel Macron later confirmed that Trump had discussed mediating a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Fallout and What’s Next
Trump’s early exit from the summit means he will miss key meetings with world leaders like Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The White House clarified:
“Much was accomplished, but due to the evolving crisis in the Middle East, President Trump will depart this evening after dinner.”
While Trump continues to push the message that “Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon,” the broader geopolitical implications remain unclear. His flurry of posts also took aim at U.S. commentator Tucker Carlson, whom he criticized for “not understanding” the nuclear threat.
Final Thoughts
With both diplomatic and military tensions peaking, Trump’s abrupt move raises more questions than answers. Is the U.S. preparing to take a stronger role in the Iran-Israel conflict? Or is this another strategic move in Trump’s unique style of diplomacy?
Regardless, all eyes are now on Tehran—and Washington.
