President Donald Trump has vowed to deliver a “beating” to Iran following a series of missile attacks targeting U.S. forces in the Middle East. The threats came after Iran launched ballistic missiles at U.S. military bases in Jordan, escalating tensions between the two nations. Trump’s remarks, made during a White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, signaled a potential military escalation. The White House confirmed that the attacks were a surprise, prompting a strong response from the U.S. administration (aljazeera.com).

The U.S. stock market reacted sharply to Trump’s threats, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping over 700 points. Oil prices also surged, rising more than 6% as investors feared further conflict could disrupt global energy markets and trigger inflationary pressures. Analysts warned that the situation could force the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates sooner than expected (nypost.com).

Multiple sources reported that Trump used strong language, calling for a “beating” of Iran and promising to “hit them hard.” The administration is reportedly considering a range of military options, including targeted strikes, in response to the attacks. The situation has raised concerns about the potential for a broader regional conflict, with both sides showing no signs of de-escalation (metro.co.uk).